You have to be a basketball fan to appreciate all the licensed players, strips and jargon, but fans will also feel the most disappointed by Midway's latest take on the NBA franchise. Yes, there's 80+ current players as well as former greats like Larry Bird to play with, but there's little innovation other than a Story mode where you can create your own player from hundreds of options and take him through six mainly one-on-one challenges against better known players. It does look great, with top graphics, sound and presentation. However, sluggish controls, repetitive gameplay, over-complicated trick shots and a frustrating scoring system makes you wish EA's Street series didn't have to share the NBA license with Midway. Ballers is definitely propping up this particular league.