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Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS)

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About Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS)

Platform: MS-DOS
Category: Sports

Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs is a basketball simulation developed by Electronic Arts, and one of the earliest officially licensed NBA video games. The game features real NBA teams from the 1988–89 season, including superstars such as Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Michael Jordan.

Players can choose from all 16 teams that qualified for the playoffs, with authentic rosters and player likenesses (for its time). The game introduced signature moves for star players—like Magic’s no-look passes and Jordan’s slam dunks—and included realistic elements such as fouls, free throws, and a broadcast-style presentation.

As the first title in EA’s long-running NBA series, Lakers vs Celtics set the foundation for future basketball video games, combining arcade-style action with strategic, team-based gameplay.

How to play

Use the ENTER button to select your Player 1 team.

Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS) – questions & answers

How can I play Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS) online?

Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS), the classic MS-DOS game, runs right in your web browser on MiniGames.Pro – free, with no download, installation or emulator setup. Press Play and the game starts on your computer, phone or tablet. On a computer you can choose the emulator: EmulatorJS (DOSBox Pure) with save states, or the lighter JsDOS.

What are the controls of Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS)?

Use the ENTER button to select your Player 1 team.

Can I save my progress in Lakers vs Celtics and the NBA Playoffs (DOS)?

Yes. Use the save button in the game menu (save state) – your progress is kept in this browser and you can continue from the same point next time.

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