# Statis Pro Basketball

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1972
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: #7116
- **Players**: 1-2 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 2.15 / 5
- **Designers**: Jim Barnes
- **Artists**: Charles Kibler, Dave Dobyski, Georgia Wilson, Jean Baer, Kim Gromoll
- **Publishers**: The Avalon Hill Game Co, Midwest Research
- **Categories**: Card Game, Sports
- **Mechanics**: Simulation

## Verdict
Statis Pro Basketball is a paradise for stat-heads who want to feel the pressure of being an NBA head coach. The simulation is remarkably faithful, and the action card system keeps the game flowing quickly without getting bogged down. It is a nostalgic, deep experience that truly shines when recreating historic seasons. If you love roster management and making tactical calls, you will feel right at home.Extremely faithful statistical simulationFast-paced action card systemGreat for historical season recreationDeep tactical team controlRequires English reading proficiencyDated component aestheticsModerate learning curveFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you have always wanted to be the head coach of a legendary NBA season, Statis Pro Basketball is your go-to game. This 70s classic is more than just a board game; it is a statistical simulation engine that puts you in total control of tactical decisions. Forget about pure luck; here, every player has cards reflecting their real-life court abilities, from three-point shooting and free throws to rebounds, blocks, and steals. You decide the starting lineup, when to rotate in substitutes for rest, and when to call for a full-court press or a fast break. The core of the system is the 'Fast Action Cards' deck, which keeps the game moving with the intensity of a real match without requiring constant consultation of complex tables. The experience is immersive, designed for those who love stats and want to recreate entire seasons right at their kitchen table. It is a treat for sports enthusiasts who value realism and roster management. The game board acts as a visual map to track the flow of play while you manage athlete fatigue and game strategy. It is a trip back to classic basketball, where your knowledge of player performance is your greatest weapon to lead the team to victory. If you enjoy the depth of a sports simulation and want to experience being both a general manager and a coach, Statis Pro Basketball delivers exactly that, turning raw data into thrilling court moments.

## FAQ
### Is the game very long?
A full game takes about 90 minutes, which is a fair amount of time for a detailed sports simulation.

### Do I need to know a lot about basketball to play?
It definitely helps! Knowing player stats and roles makes the experience much more immersive.

### Is it a solo or two-player game?
It works great for two players, but it is also an excellent system for solo play if you want to simulate an entire league season.

### Are the components very complex?
The game uses reference tables and an action card deck, which might seem intimidating at first, but it flows quickly once you get the hang of it.

### Can I play with current teams?
The base game comes with stats from its release era, but the community and historical expansions allow you to play with many different NBA years.

### Is it a game of luck or strategy?
It is a blend. Luck is present in the action cards, but your substitution strategy and tactical calls are what ultimately define the winner.