USA Today writes: "It's time to separate the All-Stars from the bench warmers as gaming's trio of National Basketball Association franchises return. Here's how each game stacks up:
NBA 2K9 (2K Sports)
Their competitors boast innovative features, but NBA 2K9 once again excels where it counts most: On the court.
Veterans will discover a very familiar game. Controls dating as far back as 2K7 remain intact. The biggest difference is the ability to change your shot in mid-air with the Shot Stick. That means players use the right analog stick instead of a button to shoot."
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