NBA 2K12 is dated a year ahead, but it will tap into professional basketball's storied past. Like surprise smash NBA 2K11, 2K12 will feature Michael Jordan -- but this time he's bringing a few friends with him.

2K Sports revealed "NBA's Greatest" mode today, a new feature in NBA 2K12 that will allow players to relive basketball's most memorable rivalries through 15 historic NBA teams and their iconic stars, including Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, and Dr. J. Check the trailer:



"The NBA 2K franchise has become an essential part of the NBA culture, and our fans can now take control of legendary teams and athletes from the NBA's rich history," 2K Sports' Jason Argent said in a statement. "With NBA's Greatest mode, NBA 2K12 will allow fans to prove once and for all who are the greatest basketball icons of all time."

Further details on the 15 historic NBA teams were not announced. NBA 2K12 is now in development for Windows PCs, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3. The game is set for tip-off on October 4.


Spy Guy says: Now all 2K needs to do is incorporate a 1-on-1 mode so I can relive the nostalgia of One on One: Larry Bird vs. Dr. J (one of the most entertaining and competitive two-player sports games ever created) and its follow-up, Jordan vs. Bird. Seriously, someone at 2K needs to get this done.