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Deep in the heart of Burnaby, British Columbia, lies the EA Canada studios. Despite having state-of-the-art facilities in Los Angeles and Redwood Shores, the folks north of the border are responsible for much of the technology seen across all of EA’s titles.
At E3 06, we caught a glimpse of the next-generation face capture technology being implemented in the likes of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 and NBA Live 07 - stunning to say the least. With both games set to ship this fall, the teams are well into the meaty stages of the development cycle.
Earlier this week, Boris Diaw of the Phoenix Suns got suited up for a little face and motion capture session for NBA Live 07. Using a series of sensors and over 55 color cameras, Boris’s every expression will be captured. If he tosses up a brick, expect his face to tell the tale.
That’s just part of the work. After his “facial”, to EA Canada team goes to work on capturing Boris’s signature moves on the court. Dunks, fadeaways, three-pointers…it’ll be in the game just like Boris does it in real life. Mr. Diaw joins the likes of Dwayne Wade, Kevin Garnett, and Antoine Walker (to name a few) as NBA pros that’ll go through the motion capture process for NBA Live 07.
In between sessions, we had a chance to chat with Boris about the previous season and what the future holds for the NBA’s most improved player…
At E3 06, we caught a glimpse of the next-generation face capture technology being implemented in the likes of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 and NBA Live 07 - stunning to say the least. With both games set to ship this fall, the teams are well into the meaty stages of the development cycle.
Earlier this week, Boris Diaw of the Phoenix Suns got suited up for a little face and motion capture session for NBA Live 07. Using a series of sensors and over 55 color cameras, Boris’s every expression will be captured. If he tosses up a brick, expect his face to tell the tale.
That’s just part of the work. After his “facial”, to EA Canada team goes to work on capturing Boris’s signature moves on the court. Dunks, fadeaways, three-pointers…it’ll be in the game just like Boris does it in real life. Mr. Diaw joins the likes of Dwayne Wade, Kevin Garnett, and Antoine Walker (to name a few) as NBA pros that’ll go through the motion capture process for NBA Live 07.
In between sessions, we had a chance to chat with Boris about the previous season and what the future holds for the NBA’s most improved player…
Now that the NBA season is over, with the goals you set for yourself, was it a success?
Boris Diaw: Absolutely. It was far better than the season I had before. I won the most improved player award, so that was very satisfying. It felt really good to be able to play a lot of minutes and help my team.
Knowing that the Suns were so close to the Finals, what do you feel is needed to get over that hump and win a championship?
Boris Diaw: Yes, we were really close. I think it took a toll on our bodies because we had two 7 game series, so maybe we were a little tired. Obviously I think we played well enough to be in the Finals, but Dallas was a little bit better.
Did you still keep tabs on the Finals after you were eliminated?
Boris Diaw: Of course, I watched every game. Miami did a really good job. I thought that Dallas was a better team, but Miami was great – especially Dwayne Wade.
Boris Diaw: Absolutely. It was far better than the season I had before. I won the most improved player award, so that was very satisfying. It felt really good to be able to play a lot of minutes and help my team.
Knowing that the Suns were so close to the Finals, what do you feel is needed to get over that hump and win a championship?
Boris Diaw: Yes, we were really close. I think it took a toll on our bodies because we had two 7 game series, so maybe we were a little tired. Obviously I think we played well enough to be in the Finals, but Dallas was a little bit better.
Did you still keep tabs on the Finals after you were eliminated?
Boris Diaw: Of course, I watched every game. Miami did a really good job. I thought that Dallas was a better team, but Miami was great – especially Dwayne Wade.
Being a native of France, what pushed you towards pursuing basketball as a sport? Obviously soccer is more popular in Europe, so why hoops?
Boris Diaw: My mother was playing on the French National Team, so that’s where it started. She had a long basketball career and so growing up I was always on the basketball court.
On the international stage, the United States isn’t the powerhouse that it used to be. Where would you say France ranks amongst the big international basketball programs?
Boris Diaw: That’s tough to say, mainly because we never played against other teams like the United States, China, Australia, etc. I think France has a pretty good team – we finished third in the European Basketball Championship last summer. We are really looking forward to doing well in Japan at the World Championship.
Boris Diaw: My mother was playing on the French National Team, so that’s where it started. She had a long basketball career and so growing up I was always on the basketball court.
On the international stage, the United States isn’t the powerhouse that it used to be. Where would you say France ranks amongst the big international basketball programs?
Boris Diaw: That’s tough to say, mainly because we never played against other teams like the United States, China, Australia, etc. I think France has a pretty good team – we finished third in the European Basketball Championship last summer. We are really looking forward to doing well in Japan at the World Championship.
The draft class of 2003 was phenomenal, especially the top 10. Although you were selected 21st overall, you’ve had a substantial impact in the league. Did you feel that you had something to prove after going 21st?
Boris Diaw: Not really. I didn’t have as much exposure as American players because I was playing in Europe. Not every NBA team knew much about me. With the lack of scouting I’m sure it was difficult to get a read on my level of play. NBA teams do a bit more European scouting now, but when I was playing that wasn’t the case.
How did it affect you, mentally, to be traded from Atlanta to Phoenix, so soon in your career?
Boris Diaw: It wasn’t that bad. I kind of wanted that trade too, because I didn’t play a lot in my rookie season with Atlanta. I wanted a fresh start to see what I could do with another team.
Boris Diaw: Not really. I didn’t have as much exposure as American players because I was playing in Europe. Not every NBA team knew much about me. With the lack of scouting I’m sure it was difficult to get a read on my level of play. NBA teams do a bit more European scouting now, but when I was playing that wasn’t the case.
How did it affect you, mentally, to be traded from Atlanta to Phoenix, so soon in your career?
Boris Diaw: It wasn’t that bad. I kind of wanted that trade too, because I didn’t play a lot in my rookie season with Atlanta. I wanted a fresh start to see what I could do with another team.
It seems like the Suns’ system has allowed your game to flourish. Talk about that a little bit. Has it been the system, coaching, your maturity?
Boris Diaw: It’s been a lot of different things. Sure, the system and coaches helped, but it’s also nice to play along side the NBA MVP, Steve Nash and other players like Shawn Marion. It’s obviously easier to play with these conditions. The coach trusted me and that it helped my confidence a lot.
EA has recruited you to do motion capture for NBA Live 07. Talk a bit about the entire experience.
Boris Diaw: It’s great. I’m really happy that they asked me to do this. I can’t wait to see my face in the next video game. It’s a great experience – really fun to do. It’ll be nice to see the results.
Are you doing motion capture just for your in-game player or are you being asked to do motions for other NBA pros as well?
Boris Diaw: I’m pretty sure it’s just going to be for my moves. I’m going to stay pretty natural and just focus on how I play.
You’ve no doubt played as yourself in NBA Live 06. What aspects did the development team get right? Where do you think they were off?
Boris Diaw: (laughs) In the last game I was playing for Atlanta, so I didn’t have that many skills. Overall, I think they did really good and it gets better and better each year.
Gaming obviously has a huge impact around the world, particularly in North America and Japan. Talk about your exposure to gaming in France – where you a big gamer growing up?
Boris Diaw: Yeah, of course. I’ve always been playing video games, including games like NBA Live and NBA Street. When you have time off, even now, I keep playing.
Some players measure their career success by accomplishments like All-Star selections, point totals, etc. When your career is done, you’ll view it as a success if…
Boris Diaw: I win the NBA Championship. Sure, I want to win titles with the national team, get gold medals – things like that. I really want that NBA title.
Boris Diaw: It’s been a lot of different things. Sure, the system and coaches helped, but it’s also nice to play along side the NBA MVP, Steve Nash and other players like Shawn Marion. It’s obviously easier to play with these conditions. The coach trusted me and that it helped my confidence a lot.
EA has recruited you to do motion capture for NBA Live 07. Talk a bit about the entire experience.
Boris Diaw: It’s great. I’m really happy that they asked me to do this. I can’t wait to see my face in the next video game. It’s a great experience – really fun to do. It’ll be nice to see the results.
Are you doing motion capture just for your in-game player or are you being asked to do motions for other NBA pros as well?
Boris Diaw: I’m pretty sure it’s just going to be for my moves. I’m going to stay pretty natural and just focus on how I play.
You’ve no doubt played as yourself in NBA Live 06. What aspects did the development team get right? Where do you think they were off?
Boris Diaw: (laughs) In the last game I was playing for Atlanta, so I didn’t have that many skills. Overall, I think they did really good and it gets better and better each year.
Gaming obviously has a huge impact around the world, particularly in North America and Japan. Talk about your exposure to gaming in France – where you a big gamer growing up?
Boris Diaw: Yeah, of course. I’ve always been playing video games, including games like NBA Live and NBA Street. When you have time off, even now, I keep playing.
Some players measure their career success by accomplishments like All-Star selections, point totals, etc. When your career is done, you’ll view it as a success if…
Boris Diaw: I win the NBA Championship. Sure, I want to win titles with the national team, get gold medals – things like that. I really want that NBA title.
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