all high rez would do is remove the jaggies and smooth the pictures.
overall, the graphics look average at best. After playing NHL 2k9, and see how those graphics took a step backwards. I don't see the graphics being that great in NBA 2k9. So I'm sure they focused on improving gameplay this season.
Can't wait to see what they improved and how well it will play. As far as graphics, I give up when it comes to 2k. I think the detail they put into stadiums remains amazing. But with with a low grade graphics engine, it will never shine the way they are pushing for. I think with a better graphics engine, 2ksports would just be sick on detail.