Strat-O-Matic Pro Basketball (1973)

About this game

The pro basketball (NBA) game of the Strat-o-Matic series, best known for its baseball game. Players are represented by statistics on cards. Cards are available by year, sold separately, so you can play with teams of yesteryear. The game takes place on a board vaguely resembling a basketball court. Actions are determined by plays from cards. Success or failure is determined by die rolls.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.6/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 11 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.