EA's acclaimed basketball franchise returns to the computer platform with updated rosters, teams, and schedules from the 199697 season. A key addition over previous installments is its "direct passing" feature, allowing players to throw to a specific athlete instead of a general area. Other enhancements include new usercontrolled dunks and the ability to perform crossover dribbles to elude defenders. The four returning play modes are exhibition, season, playoffs, and multiplayer. NBA Live...