I like it for online play. Maybe you should try a Point Forward? It's more fun when you play the right Archetype for you.
I made a 6'6 SF Point Forward and I can do everything I want in the park. I do kinda suck at rebounds/blocks, but I can shoot from anywhere. I can dunk like crazy, I can throw lobs and pass, I can break ankles, and I can boost myself +5 in everything if I want to.
My defense sucks, but I am actually taking the time to learn how to play defense this year and it has been paying off. I'm also finally putting time into figuring out the stupid Shot Stick and that has improved my shooting.
I don't think they should remove them from online play, but they should let you max your dude out to 99 in Offline MyCareer, so you can do everything you want (or even better - separate the two modes).