NBA Live 2000 is a sports simulation video game developed by EA Sports for the Nintendo 64. Falling under the basketball genre, the game allows players to control NBA teams in various gameplay modes, such as season play, playoffs, or a single match. It features realistic player models and court dynamics, capturing the excitement of professional basketball. The game includes the NBA All-Star Weekend events like the 3-point shootout and the slam dunk contest. An iconic addition is the one-on-one mode where players can challenge NBA legends, including Michael Jordan, who returned to the series after a hiatus.