NBA 2K11 Developer Insights: Association

[J-H!zZl3]

Quote: Originally Posted by bbolo84

Couldn't agree more. That is what makes 2k the GOAT in my opinion. When they address something they REALLY go after it and more. Absolutely incredible depth this year in Association.

Agreed. They made huge strides this year. I look forward to playing Association mode. I will be using the Classic teams as well.

[kpax1º1]

Jesus, this was a good read, no more black silhouettes. C'mon October 5th!!!!

[Streets]

Quote: Originally Posted by lv2bll

Seems like they are setting up the perfect "owner" mode from madden 06 for next yr. After all these changes I'm trying to think about where could they possibly take this next yr to up the ante again. What do you guys think?

* Improved scouting
* Editable/Real D-League Rosters
* The ability to set injuries before starting an Association (type, how severe and for how long)
* Realistic draft picks (i.e. the Rockets owning the Knicks 2012 being reflected in the game, or at least the ability to customize this before starting an Association
* The ability to "swap picks" and "add protection"
* Role players/ bench guys morale not sucking because... well they suck and aren't getting playing time.
* Ability to promote assistant coaches.
* Ability to edit/swap coaches when managing rosters before starting an Association

Just to name a few.

[warhorseballa06]

who care about 2k12! this is an overhaul for the ages. we'll cross 2k12 bridge when it gets here.

[myownsun]

Quote: Originally Posted by lv2bll

Seems like they are setting up the perfect "owner" mode from madden 06 for next yr.

I was kinda hoping 2k would've added that in this year but what they have included is very much smile inducing .

[lakers4life]

Man on man, this games getting me pumped.

One little thing that would be cool for future 2k's is if they can get the rights for FIBA and every offseason USA would offer 1-2 players from your team to try out for the USA team and play for the FIBA championship. That would be sweet

But damn, I can't wait for Oct 5 to swing by..

[jerseyballer7]

Wow...2k keeps on moving the bar up with these new additions. I loved every paragraph of that article. I can't wait to start my fantasy association

[youvalss]

Quote: Originally Posted by lv2bll

I'd hate to be 2k12!

Actually, I'd hate to be 2K11 when 2K12 is released. Imagine that next year, we'll be reading Insights, saying stuff like:

"In NBA 2K11 we had this very limited. This year, we expanded it so much, we really took to the next level. It's really a huge step over what was in 2K11".