January 28^th, 2002 (12:00am) - Microsoft today announced that throughout North America. Hoopsters will now be able to get their virtual-roundball fix in well before the NBA All-Star game on February 10.

NBA Inside Drive 2002 is available in stores now, exclusively on Xbox, for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.). NBA Inside Drive 2002 has an ESRB rating of "E" for Everyone.

NBA Inside Drive 2002 (http://www.insidedrive2002.com/), developed by High Voltage Software, combines ultra-realistic NBA action with a deep-season mode that includes a complete fantasy draft and full general manager mode. The game features two-time all-star Vince Carter, who led all players in fan voting the past two seasons and has established himself as one of the premier players in the NBA. It also features every NBA arena individually modeled in complete detail and an advanced injury model with a wide array of major and minor injuries that affect a player’s performance. In addition, players have access to team-specific playbooks that allow them to run the Lakers’ famous triangle offense or the pick-and-roll of the Jazz. The ease of use and fast-playing NBA tempo lets gamers drive to the hoop and come off screens for a trey, just like the pros. The play-by-play provided by NBA announcers Kevin Calabro and Marques Johnson, adds to the overall gaming experience.