**NBA The Run** is a new 3v3 arcade-style basketball game developed by **Play By Play Studios** in partnership with the NBA and NBPA, launching on **June 9, 2026** for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The game draws inspiration from classics like **NBA Jam, NBA Street, and NBA Playgrounds**, bringing modern gameplay and fast-paced matches on iconic streetball courts around the world. **Key highlights:** - Four-round knockout tournament format with randomized rules that add variety to each game. Players can control 1 athlete on the squad or the entire team. - Cross-play enabled across all platforms. - 32 NBA players available at launch, with more to be added before the 2026-27 season. - Five players will have rookie variants: Stephen Curry (2009-10), Luka Dončić (2018-19), Kevin Durant (2007-08), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2018-19), and LeBron James (2003-04). **Editions and pricing:** - Standard Edition at $29.99 and Deluxe Edition at $39.99, which includes three unlocked rookie variants (Curry, Dončić, and Durant) plus 1,000 CRED — the in-game currency used to purchase items like alternate jerseys, dunk animations, taunts, badges, and more. In short, it's a nostalgia-driven title with modern touches, built for anyone who grew up playing the great basketball arcade games of the 2000s. Source: https://www.nba.com/news/nba-players-in-nba-the-run-launch-june-9-2026