NBA Live 2000
About the Game
Welcome to a new Sports Simulation game called NBA Live 2000, where you get to play with the most popular NBA players in an All-Star Match! This Basketball sports simulation game features various play modes and celebrity players from the past five decades! You can choose to play in the epic 1-on-1 mode or the traditional 5-on-5. It also features the basketball legend Michael Jordan! Can you beat these legendary players in their own sport? Let’s get into the game and find out now!
🏀 Official NBA Teams and Players
NBA Live 2000 includes all 29 NBA teams from the 1999–2000 NBA season.
You can control many of the league's biggest stars from that era, with official team uniforms, player names, and home arenas.
Some notable players on the game's rosters include:
- Shaquille O'Neal
- Kobe Bryant
- Tim Duncan
- Kevin Garnett
- Allen Iverson
- Vince Carter
- Jason Kidd
The rosters reflect the 1999–2000 NBA season.
🎮 Multiple Ways to Play
NBA Live 2000 includes several game modes.
You can choose from:
- Exhibition
- Season
- Playoffs
- Shootout
- Practice
These modes give you the option to play a single game or guide your favorite NBA team through an entire season.
⛹️ Real Basketball Gameplay
The game focuses on five-on-five NBA basketball.
During a match, you can:
- Pass the ball
- Shoot from mid-range and beyond the three-point line
- Dunk
- Steal
- Block shots
- Rebound
- Call offensive plays
Each team has different player ratings based on the official roster.
🎯 Signature EA Sports Features
NBA Live 2000 includes several gameplay systems that became standard in the NBA Live series.
These include:
- Official NBA presentation
- Player substitutions
- Team strategy options
- Instant Replay
- Commentary during games
- Player statistics and season tracking
These features help recreate an NBA broadcast experience on the Nintendo 64.
🎮 EmulatorJS Controls
Keyboard Controls
- Arrow Keys – Move player
- Z – A Button (Pass / Confirm)
- X – B Button (Shoot / Block / Steal)
- A – L Button
- S – R Button
- C – C Buttons (if mapped)
- Enter – Start
Mobile Controls
- Virtual Analog Stick – Move player
- On-screen buttons – Pass, shoot, steal, and block
- Start button – Pause/Menu
Controls may vary depending on your EmulatorJS configuration.
📋 Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Platform | Nintendo 64 |
| Developer | EA Canada |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Release Year | 1999 |
| Genre | Sports |
| League | NBA |
| Teams | 29 official NBA teams |
| Modes | Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, Shootout, Practice |
💡 Tips
- Use quick passes instead of forcing difficult shots.
- Substitute tired players to maintain team performance.
- Practice free throws because close games often depend on them.
- Mix inside scoring with three-point shooting to keep the defense guessing.
- Learn each team's strengths before starting a full season.
❓FAQ
Who developed NBA Live 2000?
NBA Live 2000 was developed by EA Canada and published by EA Sports.
Does the game include official NBA teams?
Yes. It features all 29 NBA teams from the 1999–2000 season.
Can you play a full NBA season?
Yes. The game includes a Season Mode along with Exhibition and Playoff modes.
Does NBA Live 2000 include real NBA players?
Yes. The game uses officially licensed NBA player rosters from the 1999–2000 season.
Is NBA Live 2000 available on Nintendo 64?
Yes. This version was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
