ESPN NBA Basketball
PlayStation 2 · 2003
About this game
ESPN NBA Basketball is the follow up to last years NBA 2K3 .
Using Sega's exclusive license with ESPN, the game's presented like you were watching an NBA broadcast.
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There are stat overlays, pre-game, half-time and end-game shows, action replays, and various other animations.
ESPN NBA Basketball has all the standard game modes, from quick game to practice, as well as additional modes, such as one-on-one and street basketball, where you can compete in a variety of games, such as being the first player to score twenty-one.
It also comes standard with franchise mode, which lets you lead a team of your choice to victory (or defeat) in multiple seasons.
The newest and biggest mode of the game is 24/7, which starts you off as a nobody basketball player in a local gym.
You must win matches to improve your stats (scoring two three pointers in a row will increase your long shot stat, etc.), and you have to take on "bosses" to get further.
Beat a "boss", and he'll give you his cell phone number, which you can then use to call him for help if you need a partner for a doubles game.
The game introduces the IsoMotion control systems, which is designed to help you pull off certain moves.
By moving the right analog stick, you can perform more advanced dekes, spins and fakes.
The IsoMotion moves also have an opposite effect, and using it too much may result in you being charged with a personal.
Both systems offer online play.
The PlayStation 2 lets you play on a narrow or broadband connection, and has PS2 only leagues you can take part in.
There are a ton of specials to unlock by completing various tasks.
If you make a total of fifteen double-double's, you can unlock a new team, or score five hundred points total to unlock some new music or background colors.
ESPN NBA Basketball features all the standard NBA teams, including the New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors.
There are also special teams, and the game gives you the ability to create your own player or team.
About PlayStation 2
The PlayStation 2 (2000) is the best-selling game console in history, with a library exceeding 9,000 titles that spans everything from budget shovelware to genre-defining classics. That massive volume means PS2 collecting is accessible and affordable overall, but a handful of low-print-run RPGs and cult titles have become genuinely expensive — a common pattern once a console's original audience grows up with disposable income.
Gamevaro tracks ESPN NBA Basketball for PlayStation 2 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-29 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €7.44 |
| 2026-06-28 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €7.01 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for ESPN NBA Basketball, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is ESPN NBA Basketball worth?
ESPN NBA Basketball for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €7.44 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is ESPN NBA Basketball rare?
ESPN NBA Basketball has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for ESPN NBA Basketball?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is ESPN NBA Basketball worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of ESPN NBA Basketball is currently worth €7.44 loose, versus €7.01 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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