It seems like PC version is longer competitive to next-gen version and even other titles on the next-gen. which means it is impossible to enjoy the highest performance for PC gamers.
I’ve played LIVE 96 since PS version, than I always stick to PC version. The most important reason is that’s easily to update ROSTER patches, and I can always find so many good patches on NLSC; rosters, cyber-faces, jerseys, shoes and add-ons.
I am afraid since LIVE on next-gen will be the mainstream, those up to date patches will no longer avalible.

I am looking forward to the day that NBA Live would become playable again...