The alley-oop is one of the most exciting plays in basketball, and to that point, it's vital that we can expertly throw lobs on the virtual hardwood. This week, we join the community in recalling the best and worst alley-oop mechanics that we've experienced in basketball video games. We also recap our recent co-op sessions with NBA 2K7, NBA Live 95, NBA Street Vol. 2, and NBA Live 06, and reflect on the benefits of emulation.

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The seventh generation saw NBA 2K pull ahead of NBA Live - and for good reason - but which 2K titles stand out as the best releases during that run? This week, we join the community in ranking NBA 2K6 through NBA 2K13, discussing the key strengths and weaknesses of each game while sharing some of our personal memories and experiences with them, and reflecting on factors that make games nostalgic.

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What are some of the biggest What Ifs in NBA history? This week, we join the community in reflecting on what might have been, from the tragedy of Len Bias to the injuries, trades, and Draft picks that shaped the fortunes of teams and players alike. We also discuss potential Finals matchups and outcomes, a couple of other interesting notes about the 1986 Draft, and some of the international players who could've had a better run in the NBA.

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Is nostalgia ruining the NBA? Channing Frye and other talking heads seem to think so, but we have other ideas! This week, we join the community in providing an impassioned rebuttal to yet another asinine talking point that's blatantly intended to dump on the league's history, and the many great players of the past. We also reflect on why so many fans are yearning for a return to the NBA of yesteryear.

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In the wake of another disappointing All-Star Weekend that saw more advertising and extracurricular events than actual basketball, this week we join the community in discussing ways that the NBA can possibly fix their midseason classic. From potential format changes to methods of incentivising players to try harder, we brainstorm different ideas to make All-Star Friday, Saturday, and Sunday worth watching once again.

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This week, we're reacting to the 2025 Slam Dunk Contest and the suggestion that threepeat champion Mac McClung is the greatest dunker of all-time. Given our disdain for boosts, props, and gimmicks in the contest, we're inclined to disagree! We also join the community in discussing the most frustrating types of players to play with and against in organised leagues and pick-up alike, and recap two great sessions with NBA Live 16 and NBA Live 10.

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This week, we're breaking out the proverbial crystal ball to gaze into the future and discuss what we think NBA 2K - and video games in general - will be like in five years. This includes innovations in gameplay, graphics, and modes, as well as fairness to gamers and the possibility of competition in the space. We also touch on the prospect of a streaming service for games, VR, and some other predictions regarding the future of gaming.

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The basketball world was shocked by the trade of Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis. Naturally, we have a few thoughts on the deal, and what it means for both teams! Criminally underrated players of the past are also on our minds, so this week, we join the community in naming the ballers who should be talked about more often. Finally, we recap an excellent co-op session with NBA Live 2005 PC, and compare it to other games in the NBA Live series.

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How many hours per week are we spending on the virtual hardwood these days, and which modes are holding our attention? This week, we join the community in crunching the numbers and sharing our preferred ways to play, while encouraging everyone to stick to what's the most fun for them! We also discuss which era in NBA history was the deepest in terms of talent, as well as which one boasted the biggest array of star players.

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Who are the best of the best when it comes to dunking, shooting, shot blocking, stealing the ball, and going one-on-one, both in real life and on the virtual hardwood? This week, we join the community in sharing our picks. We also recap a fun session using a work-in-progress Kobe Era roster for NBA 2K25 PC, and discuss some of the aspects of basketball that video games still struggle to implement correctly, or accurately portray.

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