I've just bought my own copy of NBA Live 2004. It was fine at the beginning first, then problems soon came.
First, when I tried to play with the "Play Now" option, the game always freezes after I finish selecting my teams and jerseys. I've tried installing the game over again, but the problem still occurs.
After about 3 days, the game also starts to freeze when I use the 1 on 1 option, AND when I tried to load a "Dynasty" file from the "Load/Save" options.
I've tried installing the EA patch, and even taking out all of my customarts.
Someone please help me!