Easy fouls:
When your opponent is backing you down, press Taking Charge to get the CPU to foul you.

Slower speed:
Change the game type to "Arcade" and select the desired rules for the game. It has a much slower game speed and easier control.

Play as Busta Rhymes:
Enter the create-a-player screen and enter FLIPMODE as a last name. A message will confirm correct code entry. Busta Rhymes will appear in the free agent pool. Select the "Sign/Release Player" option to get him on your team.

Play as DJ Clue:
Enter the create-a-player screen and enter MIXTAPES as a last name. A message will confirm correct code entry. Ghetto Fabulous will appear in the free agent pool. Select the "Sign/Release Player" option to get him on your team.

Play as Ghetto Fabulous:
Enter the create-a-player screen and enter GHETTOFAB as a last name. A message will confirm correct code entry. Ghetto Fabulous will appear in the free agent pool. Select the "Sign/Release Player" option to get him on your team.

Play as Hot Karl:
Enter the create-a-player screen and enter CALIFORNIA as a last name. A message will confirm correct code entry. Ghetto Fabulous will appear in the free agent pool. Select the "Sign/Release Player" option to get him on your team.

Play as Just Blaze:
Enter the create-a-player screen and enter GOODBEATS as a last name. A message will confirm correct code entry. Ghetto Fabulous will appear in the free agent pool. Select the "Sign/Release Player" option to get him on your team.