If you were looking for the best basketball game out then the easier choice would be NBA 2k6. For hardcore player I advise to stay away from this NBA Live 06 because other then All-Star Edition, it horrible. It lack realism player movement, flow, and even the play-by-play feel rush. NBA 2k6 is the real deal with the focus on realism on the court and addict to compete with your friends and enemies. There are flaws especially on defensive end because of too many pass intercepted and no defensive stance position to stay on your man. Online play is slow at times and post game is rarely use because it easy to take the ball away.