Before "MyCareer" became a staple, ESPN NBA Basketball introduced the . This RPG-style experience allowed players to:
: A new dribbling system that gave players total control over crossovers, hesitations, and "ankle-breaker" moves. ESPN NBA Basketball [Xbox Classic]
Remembering a Classic: ESPN NBA Basketball (Xbox) Released on October 21, 2003, (often remembered as NBA 2K4 ) remains a high-water mark for sports gaming on the original Xbox . Developed by Visual Concepts and published by Sega, this title fully leveraged the ESPN license to create a broadcast-quality experience that still holds up for retro fans today. Revolutionary Presentation Before "MyCareer" became a staple, ESPN NBA Basketball