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Lakers vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs - SEGA Genesis

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Witness the dawn of the EA Sports basketball era with Lakers vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs for the Sega Genesis. Long before NBA Live or 2K, this 1991 powerhouse defined court-side action on 16-bit hardware. It is a mandatory essential for sports historians and Genesis collectors who want to play as legends like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird in their prime on original hardware.

Ditch the generic sprites and master the pioneering "Signature Moves" that made this game a household name. Lakers vs. Celtics was one of the first titles to give stars unique animations—from Michael Jordan’s iconic reverse layup to Tom Chambers’ soaring "dunk from the moon." The gameplay is a masterclass in early 16-bit sports presentation, featuring a TV-style broadcast feel, complete with a halftime show and detailed stat-tracking. Featuring the 1990-91 NBA rosters and the playoff-bound teams of the era, you’ll need to manage your player fatigue and exploit mismatches in the paint to hoist the trophy. The Genesis version is highly regarded for its large, recognizable player portraits and the percussive "thud" of a blocked shot that vibrates through the controller. Whether you’re recreating the '91 Finals or challenging a friend in local multiplayer, this title delivers a historically significant and rewardingly technical 16-bit hoops experience. Step onto the hardwood and make your mark—this title delivers the ultimate legends showdown on your original Sega hardware.


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This original Sega Genesis title is processed and shipped from our shop in Provo, Utah:

  • Authentic EA "Yellow Tab" Cartridge: Guaranteed original 1991 hardware published by Electronic Arts for the Genesis (Model 1, 2, or 3) and Nomad.
  • Legendary Licensing: A rare chance to play an EA title that officially includes Michael Jordan, who would later become absent from most NBA games for years due to licensing.
  • Professionally Cleaned: Every cartridge is meticulously inspected, the outer shell is grime-removed, and contacts are polished with 99% isopropyl alcohol to ensure instant start-up.
  • Select Your Condition: Choose the tier that fits your collection:
    • Game Only: Original Sega Genesis cartridge only.
    • Game + Case: Original cartridge and original hardshell case.
    • Game + Case + Manual: The original cartridge, case, and instruction manual.
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