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71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 31
  2. Negative: 1 out of 31
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  1. 40
    Keep this one on the bench and hope that some off-season workouts can elevate it to starting status.

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#62 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. Jan 3, 2021
    8
    This is by far one of my favorite games from the Original Xbox. I haven't played it in years but I wouldn't mind this coming to BackwardsThis is by far one of my favorite games from the Original Xbox. I haven't played it in years but I wouldn't mind this coming to Backwards Compatibility with my Xbox One. Full Review »
  2. ChaiN.
    Mar 7, 2004
    9
    I've played other basketball games including ESPN and NBA Live, but this one is the most realistic, as well as fun. The only thing that I've played other basketball games including ESPN and NBA Live, but this one is the most realistic, as well as fun. The only thing that kept this game from getting a 10 is the fact that when you're on defense and you go up for a block, there is a little lag time, which makes if VERY difficult to block a shot. You have to get the timing down perfect, but even then it's hard. Other than that one thing, this game is awesome. I can honestly say that it's the best NBA game I've ever played, and I've been playing sporting video games for 15 years! Full Review »
  3. BenL.
    Jan 28, 2004
    0
    Hey Ed and Brian, you both dunno what your talking about. NBA Live craps all over inside drive.