NBA Live 2002
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The NBA Live series' second attempt on the PS2 brings the following updates:
Yes he has been in it since Live 2000, but this is first game to have Jordan with his new team, the Washington Wizards.
Cut scenes evolve the focus on player vs player interaction during stops in play and arguments between player and referee.
An improved interface allowing you to get into the games quicker, and an improved control system for better defensive and offensive moves.
New player moves, plays and celebration animations.
The Franchise Mode lets you control your team for 10 years, trading players and keeping an eye on rookies.
Legendary players list so you can see who really is the greatest.
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NBA Live / NBA Elite series- Previous: NBA Live 2001 (2000)
- Next: NBA Live 2003 (2002)
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Credits (PlayStation version)
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Collaborations
People credited on this game were also credited on:
- NBA Live 2001, a group of 41 people
- NBA Live 2003, a group of 33 people
- NBA Street, a group of 26 people
- And 22 more...
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Other Games
In addition to this game, these people were also credited on other games:
- Sandra Picaper on 134 other games
- Daniel Davis on 123 other games
- Alejandro Gómez on 83 other games
- And 22 more...
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Average score: 73% (based on 23 ratings)
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Cover art
NBA Live 2002 has point guard Steve Francis of the Houston Rockets on the cover.
Windows version
No official reason was given for the absence of a Windows version of the game. The series would return to the platform with NBA Live 2003.
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Game added by Kartanym.
Additional contributors: Roedie, phlux, Plok.
Game added November 17, 2001. Last modified August 20, 2026.