Click on any of the images below to launch a full gallery:

For those of us holding onto dreams of making it to the NBA, but lacking a professional jumpshot, NBA '09 The Inside has made making the big leagues a little easier. The latest installment in Sony's popular basketball franchise allows players to control the careers of three different characters as they journey from developmental-worthy talent to NBA superstars. Training camp, practice, haircuts... it's all here. All you have to do is worry about getting your player ready to blow past those digital defenders. The game also boasts a few improvements over its predecessors, most notably a Franchise mode that allows you to play GM for every team in the game.

There's still about a month to go before The Inside hits stores. But, in the meantime, these exclusive screenshots should hold you over. Enjoy!

Photo: Courtesy of SCEA