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  • R1zzo23
    Cupcake Coach
    • Jul 2005
    • 5694

    #706
    Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

    Originally posted by ehh
    I've gotten so rusty regarding the ins and outs of this game the last few years, wondering if anyone can help.



    I fired up my UConn dynasty again and have been beating my head against the wall regarding contact in the lane when driving to the hoop. I know there was always a lot of it in 2K8 but it never pissed me off this much. Maybe it's because I'm used to 2K15 and the great gameplay there.



    The animation where your guard has a wide open path to the basket, a defender comes over and mugs you and the ball just sort of goes up in the air. No foul, no whistle. Your guy goes falling to the ground and the CPU grabs the loose ball and is off on a fast break.



    I'm not talking about when you're trying to force things or the lane is crowded. This is when you're wide open and the help D rotates (ahem, morphs) over and clubs your player.



    Is there anyway to get rid of this or at least limit it? Crank up the foul slider?



    I was playing a nailbiter against Florida last night and it happened to me three times in the second half and would have cost me the game if I had actually finished it. I threw my controller for the first time in probably eight years and then shut off my 360 I was so heated.

    I totally remember this animation back when I used to play. Frustrated me to no end. Unfortunately I never knew how to get rid of it or get a foul call out of it.

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    • Brave22
      Rookie
      • Apr 2004
      • 411

      #707
      Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

      I would imagine raising the shooting foul slider would affect it...

      Heck, at times I'll be on D and a guy will drive the lane and one of my defenders will jump out to stop the drive and for some reason all in one motion the guy goes up and my guy commits a foul it seems without even touching him...

      So I would imagine this would affect what you're talking about as well.
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      • TGsoGood
        MVP
        • Mar 2015
        • 1039

        #708
        Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

        This is a great thread. I just bought the game last month and played it for My first time ever. Love it. Created my rosters with most of the big youtube guys like Chris Smoove, Neal Bridges, K. Spade, and more.

        Also I was the main creator of the High School hoops mod for NBA 2K14 PC so I just use create some of the recruits based on the fictional characters in that mod.

        Right now I'm playing as Butler in Legacy. I have realigned conferences trying to get most schools where they belong. I was 11-0 before losing to #25 Louisville this morning. Recruiting is great in this game and I look forward to using some of the tips in this thread.

        If anyone wants to follow my legacy, follow my story thread on NLSC

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        • The Stairmaster
          Just started!
          • Sep 2014
          • 2

          #709
          Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

          Long time lurker, first time poster.


          I am in year five with my University of Arizona dynasty. This is the first year that I don't have any real players on my team. My point guard who replaced TJ McConnell is the all-time leader in assists and steals. It's going to be a struggle replacing him next year.


          I am in the running for a fourth straight National Championship. I believe this is probably my best depth team I have had. I expect to lose four of my starters to graduation or the NBA Draft. My PF is slated as a first round pick but I hope he returns. Granted I have a five star freshman PF who is pretty much our sixth man who plays the PF or C.


          Next years recruiting class I am bringing in a three star center, a four star PG and a four star SG. I hope they are four year players at Arizona. I need buys to build around and not people who are going to leave after two seasons.

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          • Bpurc22
            Rookie
            • Apr 2009
            • 195

            #710
            Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

            Originally posted by The Stairmaster
            Long time lurker, first time poster.


            I am in year five with my University of Arizona dynasty. This is the first year that I don't have any real players on my team. My point guard who replaced TJ McConnell is the all-time leader in assists and steals. It's going to be a struggle replacing him next year.


            I am in the running for a fourth straight National Championship. I believe this is probably my best depth team I have had. I expect to lose four of my starters to graduation or the NBA Draft. My PF is slated as a first round pick but I hope he returns. Granted I have a five star freshman PF who is pretty much our sixth man who plays the PF or C.


            Next years recruiting class I am bringing in a three star center, a four star PG and a four star SG. I hope they are four year players at Arizona. I need buys to build around and not people who are going to leave after two seasons.
            This is pretty important for high-major legacies. Banking on high recruits every year will set you up for failure. Four-stars and high 3-stars are the way to go IMO.
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            • Culture Rot
              MVP
              • Aug 2011
              • 3018

              #711
              Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

              Questions:

              What tendencies/ratings should be used to influence a player who is a strictly pass first player? Low shot tendencies all around? Or is it pass ratings?

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              • milldaddy35
                MVP
                • Feb 2013
                • 1515

                #712
                Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                Originally posted by xlatinoheatx
                Questions:

                What tendencies/ratings should be used to influence a player who is a strictly pass first player? Low shot tendencies all around? Or is it pass ratings?
                I am guessing both
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                • hazey
                  Pro
                  • Mar 2008
                  • 723

                  #713
                  Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                  Does anyone know how often you can give the same player a pep talk? I am finding out that it is not every week.

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                  • Brock
                    MVP
                    • Apr 2008
                    • 1442

                    #714
                    Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                    Originally posted by hazey
                    Does anyone know how often you can give the same player a pep talk? I am finding out that it is not every week.
                    I think it's only when they hit 35% or lower in confidence and I think you can only use pep-talks in general 10 times per season. I don't use them as suggested by someone a while back as a house rule, but if you want to keep said player just give him like 3-4 extra minutes.

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                    • BV28
                      MVP
                      • Aug 2009
                      • 1124

                      #715
                      Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                      Just picked this game up for the 3rd time and going to start a new closed legacy. Are there any sliders anyone can recommend? It's been 2 years since I played this game. Thanks!


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                      • Bpurc22
                        Rookie
                        • Apr 2009
                        • 195

                        #716
                        Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                        Originally posted by Brock
                        I think it's only when they hit 35% or lower in confidence and I think you can only use pep-talks in general 10 times per season. I don't use them as suggested by someone a while back as a house rule, but if you want to keep said player just give him like 3-4 extra minutes.
                        I think it's once per week. Pretty sure you can give anyone a pep talk
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                        • etccgolfer
                          Rookie
                          • Nov 2015
                          • 20

                          #717
                          Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                          You can give them once a week, but unless you are worried about them leaving your school to transfer, save them all for the NCAA or Conference Tournaments. It boosts chemistry and their overall on some occasions and may help you get over the edge in a game that you may not normally win

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                          • jake44np
                            Post Like a Champion!
                            • Jul 2002
                            • 9563

                            #718
                            Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                            Originally posted by DyNaStY JOSH
                            Just picked this game up for the 3rd time and going to start a new closed legacy. Are there any sliders anyone can recommend? It's been 2 years since I played this game. Thanks!


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                            • Xero Theory 42
                              Pro
                              • Jun 2010
                              • 504

                              #719
                              Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                              In a closed legacy, how many of you guys actually get transfers? I've had a full 40 year legacy and a couple 20 year ones and I've NEVER gotten a transfer before. Is it common for you guys or just completely random?

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                              • R1zzo23
                                Cupcake Coach
                                • Jul 2005
                                • 5694

                                #720
                                Re: The College Hoops 2K8 esoteric information thread (learn and discuss the arcane)

                                You can't get a transfer if you use all your available scholarships.


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