NBA 2K9 is the latest update in the long running 2K series with the obligatory roster update with the latest NBA stars. The same game modes are still present: Exhibition , Season and Franchise with some tweaks.
The story revolves around managing a team in the virtual world of basketball, where players can make key decisions to increase their team's performance. The game also features a storyline that allows players to track their player's morale and attitude during franchise mode.
The gameplay has been improved with new features such as the ability to change shot trajectories mid-air and an advanced AI that reacts to the player's performance. Players can also upload their created players and share custom highlight reels online.