![]() Also, players who are in the paint land through teammates and opponent's feet and legs on a regular basis. Dribble moves go through defender's and the ballhandler's feet. It's still far from perfect, but I'd say it has surpassed Live in this instance. Thankfully, this has been cleaned up a bit. LeBron James drives against Clint Capela Credit: 2KĬlipping was one of NBA 2K18's issues. There are times the ball comes off the rim in such an odd way in the latter, it completely disconnects you from the experience. The bounce of the ball in all instances is true in 2K. It better resembles the flow of beautiful basketball.ĢK still has superior better flow and animations. There are still a number of instances where you'll find yourself saying, "what in the world was that?" I believe the biggest reason 2K moved ahead of Live years ago lies in its smoother action. I think Live is better in this aspect.Īnimations in Live have gotten a lot better, but it's still an area of struggle for them. This element isn't horrible in 2K, but players do appear to glide across the floor without the kind of resistance and grip that wood should create. I love the way players plant, turn and change directions in Live. 2K again has better lighting, but the floors in Live look so real, it seems like you can touch them through the screen. The uniforms don't have the necessary density and look more like body paint than a garment.īoth games do a great job bringing the NBA's arenas to life. Live player models all seem to suffer from some sort of shoulder deficiency. While 2K could stand to expand the number of physiques, the ones that are in their game are at least realistic. Game 3 is Wednesday night ( 9 ET, ABC).For whatever reason, the art team with EA just can't seem to get a handle on body types. James and the Cavaliers trail the Golden State Warriors 2-0 in The Finals. Instead, it is a close-up profile of his face with words and phrases like “G.O.A.T”, “Strive For Greatness”, “Chosen One” and more behind him on a black background. NBA 2K19’s first released images of James on the cover do not feature him in a Cavs uniform. ![]() James can opt out of his contract this summer and test free agency - a move many consider to be a foregone conclusion. ![]() Initial printings of the game featured Irving in a Cavs jersey, but the version available for purchase now features Irving in Celtics garb. Months later, he was traded by the Cavs in the offseason in a blockbuster deal with the Boston Celtics. Last season, Kyrie Irving - then a member of the Cavs with James - was tabbed as the cover athlete for NBA 2K18. King’s Collection – Nike LeBron apparel and 25 pairs of LeBron footwear.Per the NBA 2K website, those who purchase the Anniversary Edition will receive special LeBron-themed digital bonuses including: The 2019 edition of the game is set to release on Sept. We were able to do something really unique for the cover that represents everything that drives me and inspires me - from my family to where I come from and words I live by.” The Cleveland Cavaliers star says he’s humbled to be chosen for the 20th anniversary cover “of a game I’ve played and loved since I was a little kid. He also appeared as the cover athlete on NBA 2K14. ![]() James will grace the NBA 2K19 20th Anniversary Edition of the popular video game franchise, marking the second time in his career he will be on the cover of the game. Accolades are nothing new in LeBron James career and another one of sorts is headed his way.
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