Classic NBA Text Basketball Simulator - Free Edition

Experience the thrill of cross-era basketball matchups in this nostalgic text-based simulation!

🏀 What If...

* The **1996 Chicago 72-10 team** faced the **2017 Golden State super team**?

* **Showtime Lakers** battled the **Bad Boys Pistons**?

* **Russell's dynasty** took on the modern game?

**Now you can find out!**

**✨ Free Edition Features**

**🏆 23 Legendary Championship Teams (1965-2024)**

From Russell's Celtics to modern dynasties - all the greatest teams in one place!

**👥 360+ Authentic Players**

Real statistics from Basketball Reference. Every star plays true to their game.

**🎮 Two Game Modes**

**1. Single Game (Computer vs Computer)**

* Pick any two teams

* Choose viewing speed (Cinema to Instant)

* Watch the drama unfold with play-by-play commentary

**2. User vs Computer (Interactive Mode)**

* **YOU** control every decision

* Choose your starting lineup

* Make every pass and shot

* Manage substitutions each quarter

* Real basketball rules (shot clock, fouls, bonus, etc.)

**⚖️ Cross-Era Balance System**

Fair matchups across 60 years of basketball evolution. No team dominates unrealistically.

**📊 Complete Statistics**

* Full play-by-play commentary

* Halftime stats review

* Complete box scores

* Team and player totals

**⚡ 5 Speed Settings**

From cinematic (3.5s per play) to instant simulation - watch your way!

**📋 The 23 Teams**

**Pre-3PT Era (1965-1979)**

* 1965 Boston (Russell Dynasty)

* 1970 New York (Clyde & Captain)

* 1971 Milwaukee (Kareem's First Ring)

* 1972 Los Angeles (33-Game Streak)

**Early 3PT Era (1980-1999)**

* 1983 Philadelphia (Fo-Fo-Fo)

* 1985 Chicago (Rookie MJ)

* 1986 Boston (Bird's Last Ring)

* 1987 Los Angeles (Showtime)

* 1989 Detroit (Bad Boys)

* 1993 Chicago (First Three-Peat)

* 1994 Houston (Hakeem's Dream)

* 1996 Chicago (72-10 Team)

* 1998 Utah (Stockton & Malone)

**Slow Pace Era (2000-2016)**

* 2000 Los Angeles (Shaq & Kobe)

* 2009 Los Angeles (Kobe's 4th)

* 2011 Dallas (Dirk's Revenge)

* 2013 Miami (Big Three)

* 2014 San Antonio (Beautiful Game)

* 2016 Cleveland (The Block & Shot)

**Modern Era (2017-2024)**

* 2017 Golden State (Super Team)

* 2023 Denver (Jokic's MVP Season)

* 2024 Boston (Banner 18)

* 2024 Oklahoma City (Best in West)

**💎 Want More?**

**Upgrade to the FULL VERSION for:**

* ⭐ **Season Mode** - Play or simulate full 22-game seasons

* ⭐ **Season Standings** - Track all teams throughout the season

* ⭐ **Player Season Averages** - See how stars perform over time

* ⭐ **Interactive Season Games** - Control your team in every game

* ⭐ **Future Updates** - New teams, features, and improvements

[Full version coming soon!]

**🖥️ System Requirements**

* **OS:** Windows 7+, macOS 10.13+, or Linux

* **Space:** ~20 MB

* **Other:** Terminal/Command Prompt, Keyboard

**📖 How to Play**

1. Download and extract the ZIP file

2. Make sure all files stay in the same folder

3. **Windows:** Double-click the .exe file

4. **macOS:** Open Terminal, navigate to folder, run `./Basketball-Sim-Free`

5. Follow on-screen instructions!

**❓ FAQ**

**Q: Why won't the game start?**

Make sure all files (executable + CSV files) are in the same folder.

**Q: macOS says "cannot be opened"?**

Right-click → Open, or run `chmod +x Basketball-Sim-Free` in Terminal.

**Q: Can I add custom teams?**

Not in the free version - this feature may come to the full version!

**Q: Is this affiliated with the NBA?**

No, this is an independent fan project. No trademarks used.

🏀 Enjoy the greatest matchups that never happened!

*Version 2.3.0 Free Edition*