2K is much better than NBA live.
Features in 2K10
NBA Today - Real world matchups, news and stats are automatically streamed right into the game.
My Player Mode - Players can create their own basketball player and guide him through his career. Starting as a drafted or undrafted rookie in the Summer Circuit, players will have to work their way up into an NBA team’s training camp, or in the D-League.[3]
Signature Play - New signature player styles, tendencies, dribble packages, dunk packages, and facial expressions.
Reworked Gameplay - New easy-to-use dribbling and post game controls. New stamina system.
Deeper Association - The Association now incorporates the NBA Development League, the ability to control all 30 NBA teams at once, restricted free agency, real-time practice, an all-new player progression system, and a host of other enhancements.
Shut Down D - Shut down teams with new defensive controls that allow you to shadow your opponent’s every move, deny position off-ball, and even select how you want to contest shots.
Improved Create-A-Player Mode - Players can now customize their player's facial styles, tattoos, and shoes. Also included are new dunk packages, dribble packages, signature leaners, floaters and post moves.
Save & Quit Current Game - A new gameplay feature that allows you to save a game right where you are and come back to it later to the point where you saved it