Pro Hop  Kobe Bryant performs a pro hop  The pro hop (sometimes
written as pro-hop) is the label given to the jump stop move in
NBA Live. It was introduced in NBA Live 2004 and has been
featured in each subsequent game. The move involves the player
picking up his dribble with a hop step to elude a defender
before attempting a shot (usually a dunk or layup) or passing to
a teammate and is a common technique in the NBA. It is executed
by pressing an assigned controller button or key, except in NBA
Live 07 Current Gen where it is assigned to the right analog
stick.  Reception & Criticism  Although generally liked, the pro
hop was considered to be too powerful when it was first
implemented to the point of being an unstoppable move for the
user. Subsequent games have included a slider that controls the
effectiveness of the move and its impact upon the game. The
method of execution in NBA Live 07 Current Gen was criticised by
many who felt being forced to hold the right analog stick up to
perform the move reduced i