NBA 2K13 News Post

NBA 2K13 Features 92 Dream Team (With Barkley, No Pippen) & 2012 Olympic Team

12:01 PM - August 15, 2012 by Steve_OS

The '92 Dream Team & 2012 Olympic team will be featured in NBA 2K13. Charles Barkley is in, but Scottie Pippen couldn't get a deal worked out.

It's cool we get to battle it out between these 2 teams, but with Pippen off the roster, it puts a definite blemish on the announcement.

Check out the higher resolution NBA 2K13 screenshot, featuring the 92 Dream Team, right here.

NBA 2K13 to Feature 2012 USA Basketball Men�s National Team and Legendary 1992 "Dream Team"

2K Sports proudly announces partnership with USA Basketball for NBA 2K13

2K Sports today announced a partnership with USA Basketball to feature both the star-studded 2012 USA Basketball Men�s National Team and the 1992 �Dream Team� in NBA 2K13, the next installment of the top-selling and top-rated NBA video game simulation franchise*.

�As executive producer, letting fans go head to head with these legendary USA teams was extremely important to JAY Z,� said Jason Argent, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. �We are excited to partner with USA Basketball, and share in JAY Z�s enthusiasm in making this a reality in NBA 2K13.�

The 2012 USA Basketball Men�s National Team has earned recognition as one of USA Basketball�s all-time greatest teams. NBA 2K13 cover athlete Kevin Durant helped lead the USA to its successful showing and joins the elite list of accomplished basketball players who have represented USA Basketball.

�It was an incredible blessing to have been part of the 2012 USA Basketball National Team,� said Durant. �USA Basketball's National Team legacy is incredible and so many of basketball�s all-time greats have been part of it, I�m just honored to be in that group. Like everybody, I can�t wait to see how our squad stacks up against the 1992 team in NBA 2K13.�

The original �Dream Team� is widely considered the most dominant sports team ever assembled, and featured 11 Hall of Fame players including Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Clyde Drexler, Karl Malone, Chris Mullin, David Robinson and Charles Barkley.

�The experience we shared in Barcelona is truly one of the highlights of my career,� said five-time NBA MVP and former NBA 2K cover athlete Michael Jordan. �Being able to represent not only my country but basketball as a whole is an honor that I will never forget.�

�The fantasy matchup between the legendary 1992 �Dream Team� and the 2012 USA Men�s national team has become one of the greatest sports debates of our time,� stated JAY Z, the Executive Producer of NBA 2K13. �In NBA 2K13, we�re giving fans the opportunity to play as two of the best teams ever assembled in sporting history, literally putting the debate right into their hands.�

Developed by Visual Concepts, a 2K Sports studio, NBA 2K13 is not yet rated by the ESRB and will be available on October 2, 2012 in North America and October 5, 2012 internationally for the Xbox 360� video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation�3 computer entertainment system, PSP� (PlayStation�Portable) system, Wii� system and Windows PC. The Wii U� version of the title will be available during the holiday season. Fans are encouraged to pre-order now at participating retailers in order to receive the NBA All-Star content on day one at no extra cost.

Game: NBA 2K13Reader Score: 8.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: PC / PS3 / Xbox 360Votes for game: 75 - View All

NBA 2K13 Videos

Member Comments

# 301 TRHINO @ 08/15/12 03:45 PM

So will scottie not be in the game at all or is it just for the Dream Team Pippen was the guy who REALLY made the point forward all around game position. my favorite all time player, Great News to have chuck on board FINALLY but we lose PIP,

# 302 Frizzz24 @ 08/15/12 03:46 PM

Definitely need AI and Reggie in this version as well as the 1984 Celtics...;-)

# 303 Johnson Barnes @ 08/15/12 03:47 PM

I'm just laughing at the fact, Ronnie from 2k said this is the #1 feature request. Like seriously ? More gimmicks

Can we get some My Player/Online/Gameplay insight.

# 304 BRxSKINSx @ 08/15/12 03:47 PM

Just checked.....and the roof seems to still be attached after hearing this "HUGE" news..... Wake me when they really drop sumthin serious..... Not knocking 2k, I'm just saying..... Cmon Oct. 2nd.....

# 305 MarvinOida @ 08/15/12 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gman 18


	I hope 2k didn't give Justin Bieber a lot of money to appear in the game. If they did me and I'm sure alot of other people are going to scream because then they could have given that money to Pippen.

Justin Bieber did talk about being on 2K13 and showing love to Ronnie2K, and since Jay-Z and Bow-Wow are most likely somehow in the game, J.B. would be in the game. I rather have 1 Bieber than 5 Guys named One Direction. Hey at least Bieber likes basketball?

# 306 LRBTODAY @ 08/15/12 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VDusen04


	I respectfully disagree. I'll take 92% of the Dream Team over no Dream Team at all, particularly if 2K allows for roster management and the ability to create our own missing players. For instance, I'm extremely glad they didn't go the all-or-nothing route with classic teams. Even for squads missing prominent players (Nick Van Exel on the '98 Lakers in 2K12), the ability to fill out the rest of those rosters ourselves made their inclusion very rewarding and satisfying.

I agree. I've been waiting on this for a long time. To have the Dream Team in the game is great!!!!! I don't see what the big issue is w/ them not having shoes that aren't generic when we can edit there shoes. The game hasn't even came out yet and everybody is complaining. There are plenty of other announcements that will be made. I bet there will be more complaining. Scottie not on the team? Bummer, hopefully he is on the game period, but I doubt it. #HEX!!!!!!!!

# 307 TRHINO @ 08/15/12 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by youALREADYknow


	So once you remove the hype and get down to the meat and potatoes of it, we just got 2-4 new jersey textures, 2 new jersey logos, and a few new cyberfaces. Whoop-di-doo. Sarcasm aside, PC gamers have had these teams for a long time.

Announcing the Dream Team is DEFINETLY alot better than that crap about Jay-z being excecutive producer/a cd this is at least basketball related important in game news

# 308 Gman 18 @ 08/15/12 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarvinOida


	Justin Bieber did talk about being on 2K13 and showing love to Ronnie2K, and since Jay-Z and Bow-Wow are most likely somehow in the game, J.B. would be in the game. I rather have 1 Bieber than 5 Guys named One Direction. Hey at least Bieber likes basketball?

I believe bow wow would be in the game any since there were hidden celebrities from 2k10 last year, there will most likely be celebrities from 2k11 in 2k13.

# 309 Angel_G @ 08/15/12 03:54 PM

Let me guess Scottie want more $ than Michael lol

# 310 Sellaz32 @ 08/15/12 04:01 PM

Hex editing and REDitor aside, people forget that the only way we were even able to get DLC players in the main game was through a glitch initially...so it won't surprise me if they try to make it difficult to work around their stipulations. REDitor is great, but i assume it takes months to make it 2k13 compatible.

It's also interesting how the law of supply and demand work...if the 93 Suns had always been on there with Barkley no one would care...just like the 80's Sonic uni's..I had considered trying to track down a copy of the GOTY edition just for that uni which is stupid...People would be salivating over Stockton had he been left off of the Jazz. I guess the competition for the best Pippen CAP starts on 10-2...

# 311 VDusen04 @ 08/15/12 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sellaz32


	Hex editing and REDitor aside, people forget that the only way we were even able to get DLC players in the main game was through a glitch initially...so it won't surprise me if they try to make it difficult to work around their stipulations. REDitor is great, but i assume it takes months to make it 2k13 compatible. It's also interesting how the law of supply and demand work...if the 93 Suns had always been on there with Barkley no one would care...just like the 80's Sonic uni's..I had considered trying to track down a copy of the GOTY edition just for that uni which is stupid...People would be salivating over Stockton had he been left off of the Jazz. I guess the competition for the best Pippen CAP starts on 10-2...

Very true on both accounts. It's been interesting to see how coveted Reggie Miller and Charles Barkley have become over the past two years. There's always been super fans of the two, but it seems many other folks were clamoring simply because it was a matter of wanting what we didn't have (which isn't to say their inclusions wouldn't be welcomed). I just feel if they'd be included in the first place, other omissions would have just taken their place.

# 312 Frizzz24 @ 08/15/12 04:13 PM

@Sellaz32...I totally agree with you. The Hex editing does take months...and as 2k fans, we always want more more more, primarily because 2k has spoiled us. But, I think that's how the NBA 2k series continues to improve, because fans like us continue to demand bigger and better, and 2k to their credit, at least in my opinion, continues to take the fans' requests seriously and albeit not as rapid fire as we fans would like, implements improvements steadily every year. The most impressive thing about 2k for me is unlike EA, they don't rest on their reputation due to lack of competition, rather they continue to strive for bigger and better each year. IF they implemented too many improvements/changes in one version, then what would be the rush to purchase the latest version? First and foremost, 2k is a business, and they do things intelligently. They make little but significant improvements every year, just enough to keep people buying the latest version. Smart business, smart company.

# 313 phenom1990 @ 08/15/12 04:18 PM

Has classic teams besides the Dream Team been confirmed for 2k13? I would think no Pippen could mean a reduction in classic teams.

# 314 Gman 18 @ 08/15/12 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken Griffery Jr.


	All is not lost regarding Pippen.

What exactly do you mean?

# 315 Gman 18 @ 08/15/12 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phenom1990


	Has classic teams besides the Dream Team been confirmed for 2k13? I would think no Pippen could mean a reduction in classic teams.

First of all, it hasn't been confirmed that Pippen won't appear on the chicago bulls classic teams. second of all, if 2k reduced the amount of classic teams, less people would buy the game since it was a huge success and knowing 2k, I think the number of classic would increase going into 2k13. Reducing the amount of classic teams is something ea would do and then bring it back the next year as a new feature. I think the number of classic teams is going to continue to grow every year, and I think 2k will keep every classic team. 2k is headed in the right direction and the game is only going to get better in years to come.

# 316 TalenT @ 08/15/12 04:26 PM

I read through most of this thread and I can honestly say that some of you guys are a little too emotional LOL. I can feel your tears through your text. C'mon now!...while this isn't the BIGGEST announcement ever it's undeniably a great addition to the game. There's more to come! And trust me I could understand the disappointment if this was the ONLY bit of information they were going to release before the game dropped but why hold your heads down when this is obviously just the beginning? Hold on to your panties people! Gameplay is coming!

# 317 poloelite @ 08/15/12 04:43 PM

So Jay-Z couldn't place a personal call to Pippen too?? Great announcement 2k!! I think the proof is in the sales that your fan base appreciates the classic teams and features. This announcement should've preceded the Jay-Z one in my opinion, but all water under the bridge now. But please don't bring back Crew unless its hack proof. That was the best and worst gameplay mode of all time.

# 318 Gman 18 @ 08/15/12 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poloelite


	So Jay-Z couldn't place a personal call to Pippen too?? Great announcement 2k!! I think the proof is in the sales that your fan base appreciates the classic teams and features. This announcement should've preceded the Jay-Z one in my opinion, but all water under the bridge now. But please don't bring back Crew unless its hack proof. That was the best and worst gameplay mode of all time.

How was it the best and worst?

# 319 youvalss @ 08/15/12 04:46 PM

Pippen? Really?

Spoiler

# 320 phenom1990 @ 08/15/12 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gman 18


	First of all, it hasn't been confirmed that Pippen won't appear on the chicago bulls classic teams. second of all, if 2k reduced the amount of classic teams, less people would buy the game since it was a huge success and knowing 2k, I think the number of classic would increase going into 2k13. Reducing the amount of classic teams is something ea would do and then bring it back the next year as a new feature. I think the number of classic teams is going to continue to grow every year, and I think 2k will keep every classic team. 2k is headed in the right direction and the game is only going to get better in years to come.

I don't understand how Pippen could be on one team and not the other. They either have his rights for the game or they don't. If you have his rights, I would assume he could be used for both. I'm buying the game regardless but it is a legitimate question.

« Previous 1 2…13 14 151617 18 19…22 23 Next »

More Links

NBA 2K13 Features 92 Dream Team (With Barkley, No Pippen) & 2012 Olympic Team