NBA 2K12 Adds 45 Legends to ‘Legends Showcase’ DLC

2K Sports revealed the surprise addition of 45 legendary basketball players in the new NBA 2K12 "Legends Showcase" DLC pack today on their official Facebook Page.

The players added include Yao Ming, Jamal Mashburn, Fat Lever, Wes Unsled, and many more all re-rated to reflect the players at the peak of their careers.  In addition, they will wear their team uniforms unique to that year.

Below is the complete list of new legends being added in NBA 2K12's "Legends Showcase" DLC.

  • George Mikan (1951 Lakers)
  • David Thompson (1978 Nuggets)
  • Derek Harper (1990 Mavericks)
  • Bob Cousy (1957 Celtics)
  • Jamaal Wilkes (1981 Lakers)
  • Tom Chambers (1990 Suns)
  • Bob Pettit (1959 Hawks)
  • Jack Sikma (1982 Sonics)
  • Kevin Johnson (1990 Suns)
  • Nate Thurmond (1967 Warriors)
  • Alex English (1983 Nuggets)
  • Reggie Lewis (1993 Celtics)
  • Lenny Wilkens (1968 Hawks)
  • Adrian Dantley (1984 Jazz)
  • Dan Majerle (1993 Suns)
  • Dave Bing (1968 Pistons)
  • Bernard King (1984 Knicks)
  • Kenny Anderson (1994 Nets)
  • Wes Unseld (1969 Bullets)
  • Rolando Blackman (1984 Mavericks)
  • Cedric Ceballos (1994 Suns)
  • Connie Hawkins (1970 Suns)
  • Kiki Vandeweghe (1984 Nuggets)
  • Dee Brown (1995 Celtics)
  • Dave Cowens (1973 Celtics)
  • Mark Eaton (1985 Jazz)
  • Gheorge Muresan (1996 Bullets)
  • Tiny Archibald (1973 Kings)
  • Sleepy Floyd (1987 Warriors)
  • Glen Rice (1997 Hornets)
  • Spencer Haywood (1973 Sonics)
  • Fat Lever (1988 Nuggets)
  • Shawn Bradley (1997 Mavericks)
  • Bob McAdoo (1975 Braves)
  • Mark Jackson (1989 Knicks)
  • Steve Smith (1998 Hawks)
  • Elvin Hayes (1975 Bullets)
  • Kenny Walker (1989 Knicks)
  • Jalen Rose (2001 Pacers)
  • Rick Barry (1975 Warriors)
  • Dale Ellis (1989 Sonics)
  • Jamal Mashburn (2003 Hornets)
  • Bob Lanier (1977 Pistons)
  • Artis Gilmore (1978 Bulls)
  • George Mikan (1951 Lakers)

In addition to the 45 legends being added, the DLC will add mini-games like 21 and H-O-R-S-E, as well as new features like the 2-on-2 Teammate Challenge and 3-on-3 Era Challenge.  As a bonus, Legends Showcase includes Classic Quick Match, a new mode that allows players to play online with the NBA's Greatest teams.

NBA 2K12 Legends Showcase is available this holiday season for $9.99 via PlayStaiton Network on the PS3, and via Xbox LIVE Marketplace on the X box 360 for 800 Microsoft Points.