1. The Gifted Basketball Player Is Born!? ⭐ 7.9

23 Oct, 1993 · 395 votes

Hanamichi Sakuragi, a high school gangster who know nothing about basketball start to get interested about it after a girl name Haruko, who make him fall in love adore that sport very much.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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2. Hanamichi vs. Rukawa ⭐ 7.7

23 Oct, 1993 · 331 votes

Hanamichi meets Kaede at the rooftop, due of misunderstanding Haruko hates him. What will he do to fix the relationship. Then, he got a fight with Akagi, Shohouku basketball captain.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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3. Gorilla vs. Hanamichi! Big Showdown!! ⭐ 8.3

06 Nov, 1993 · 372 votes

Hanamichi basketball's fight with Gorilla still continue, with Haruko now is no his side. How he manage to win over a long time player of basketball, Akagi?

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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4. Basketball Player Hanamichi Joins the Team ⭐ 7.6

13 Nov, 1993 · 265 votes

Hanamichi decides to join the basketball club, which Akagi is against. Sakuragi tries to find a way to get on Akagi's good side for Haruko's sake.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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5. A Fruitless Afternoon ⭐ 7.3

20 Nov, 1993 · 252 votes

Hanamichi goes back to hanging with Yohei and his gang.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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6. Rukawa vs. Akagi: The Real Showdown ⭐ 7.5

04 Dec, 1993 · 241 votes

Coach Anzai comes into the scene.

Director: Kazuhisa Takenouchi, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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7. Hanamichi Debut! Dunk Explosion ⭐ 7.7

11 Dec, 1993 · 244 votes

The pick-up game match between the freshmen and upperclassmen continues to heat up.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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8. Hanamichi's Crisis! The Judo-man's Trap ⭐ 7.3

18 Dec, 1993 · 271 votes

Akagi learns from the captain of the Judo club, Aota, that the Judo club is plotting to recruit Hanamichi.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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9. I'm Going to Play Basketball ⭐ 7.6

25 Dec, 1993 · 245 votes

Hanamichi meets with Aota and is enticed into joining the judo club after being offered a photograph of Haruko.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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10. The Commoner's Shoot Is Difficult ⭐ 7.6

08 Jan, 1994 · 217 votes

Now that Hanamichi is serious about basketball, Akagi wants him to practice shooting layups, but all Hanamichi wants to do is dunk.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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11. Our Love's Special Secret Training ⭐ 7.4

15 Jan, 1994 · 207 votes

Hanamichi listens to Haruko lecture him in a morning practice session. Taking hints from Rukawa's form and Akagi's words, he finally makes a layup.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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12. Defeat Ryonan! The Fierce Training the Night Before the Match ⭐ 7.6

22 Jan, 1994 · 222 votes

As Hanamichi practices alone in the gym, a Ryonan player drops in to scout Shohoku. He's so taken by Hanamichi that he leaks info on his own team.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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13. Shohoku vs Ryonan. Burning Captain! ⭐ 7.7

29 Jan, 1994 · 196 votes

Shohoku High's basketball team walks onto the court full of spirit.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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14. Super Basketball Match with Ryonan ⭐ 8

05 Feb, 1994 · 222 votes

The match begins and Shouhoku quickly lets the other opponent score.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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15. Hanamichi Nervously Steps Into the Spotlight ⭐ 8.1

12 Feb, 1994 · 221 votes

Ryonan leads at halftime, but also realize they may have underestimated Shohoku. Sendoh notices the latent talent of Hanamichi, who enters the game.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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16. Who Is This Guy? Taoka's Miscalculation ⭐ 8.2

19 Feb, 1994 · 198 votes

With Akagi hurt, Hanamichi comes in with nine minutes to go. His unorthodox game on both ends completely throws Ryonan's coach for a loop.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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17. The Rebound King Sakuragi Hanamichi's Distress ⭐ 8.1

26 Feb, 1994 · 195 votes

Rukawa cuts Ryonan's lead to three. Ryonan's coach, anxious over Rukawa and Hanamichi, orders Uozumi to shut down Hanamichi, whose rebounding suffers.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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18. Last 2 Minutes! I'll Be the One to Defeat Sendoh ⭐ 8

05 Mar, 1994 · 234 votes

Akagi returns and Hanamichi's rebounding recovers. Kogure gives Shohoku the lead but Sendoh takes it right back. Rukawa reenters with 2 minutes left.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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19. Time's Up! The Decisive Battle with Ryonan ⭐ 8.9

12 Mar, 1994 · 789 votes

With one minute left, Shohoku trails by four. After Rukawa scores two, Hanamichi gets a chance to put his stamp on the game with a dunk.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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20. Basketball Shoes ⭐ 7.4

19 Mar, 1994 · 187 votes

Haruko takes Hanamichi to buy his first pair of proper basketball shoes. Their features get him incredibly excited.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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21. Enormous Trouble Makers! Hanamichi vs Miyagi ⭐ 7.7

26 Mar, 1994 · 170 votes

Basketball team member Ryota comes back after a fight put him in the hospital. He's beside himself when he thinks his crush Ayako is dating Hanamichi.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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22. History's Biggest Idiot Combination is Born ⭐ 8

16 Apr, 1994 · 183 votes

Hanamichi and Ryota engage in childish fight out of jealousy, but when Ryota confesses to Hanamichi about his crush on Ayako, they turn into buddies.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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23. Shohoku Basketball Club's Last Day ⭐ 8.1

23 Apr, 1994 · 199 votes

Mitsui's gang tries to sabotage the basketball team. They are unable to fight back, knowing the protocol that will ban them from the next tournament.

Director: Kazuhisa Takenouchi, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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24. The Battle for Justice! Sakuragi's Goon Squad Joins! ⭐ 8.4

30 Apr, 1994 · 300 votes

Rukawa lashes out at Mitsui's gang. Ryota hits one of Mitsui's flunkies. With the team in danger from all ends, some unlikely help arrives.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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25. The Man Who Aimed at National Championship ⭐ 8

07 May, 1994 · 274 votes

Hanamichi's gang arrives, turning the tables. Mitsui's gang loses the will to fight after Hanamichi and Yohei rain fury. Akagi comes and slaps Mitsui.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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26. Mitsui, the Problems of the Past ⭐ 7.9

14 May, 1994 · 249 votes

Hanamichi learns Mitsui was once on the team who came to Shohoku out of gratitude to Coach Anzai, but an early injury marked the start of his decline.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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27. I Want to Play Basketball! ⭐ 8.3

21 May, 1994 · 269 votes

Mitsui's rivalry with Akagi had once pushed him to a crushing blow on his injured foot, demoralizing him to the point of leaving the basketball team.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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28. The Beginning of Interhigh Preliminaries ⭐ 7.3

28 May, 1994 · 152 votes

A revitalized Mitsui joins the team for the Inter High prelims. Everyone is too excited too sleep. Filled with spirit, they face their first opponent.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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29. Hanamichi! Debut at an Official Game ⭐ 7.5

18 Jun, 1994 · 151 votes

The game vs. Miuradai starts with Hanamichi, Rukawa, Ryota and Mitsui on the bench out of punishment. Miuradai deems Akagi to be their sole threat.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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30. The Introspective Army's Big Counterattack ⭐ 7.6

25 Jun, 1994 · 154 votes

Shohoku's punished players enter the game with Miuradai leading. Rukawa, Ryota and Mitsui excite the crowd as they quickly narrow the lead.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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31. Formidable Enemy Miuradai's Secret Weapon ⭐ 7.5

02 Jul, 1994 · 152 votes

In the second half, Miuradai puts in Naito to stealthily rough up Hanamichi. Worse, Hanamichi gets called for fouls instead. Miuradai ties the game.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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32. Genius Hanamichi! Certain Death Dunk ⭐ 7.8

16 Jul, 1994 · 178 votes

Naito manages to annoy Hanamichi into fouls. He then goes after Rukawa, but Rukawa immediately exposes Naito's weakness, helping Shohoku turn the tide.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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33. Walkout King!? Hanamichi Sakuragi ⭐ 7.7

06 Aug, 1994 · 201 votes

Shohoku wins their first game, but Hanamichi is upset about fouling out. He fouls out of the next game too, prompting him to ask Akagi for advice.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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34. Gorilla's Secret, Kill with Your Eyes! ⭐ 7.5

20 Aug, 1994 · 148 votes

Having fouled out of two straight games, Hanamichi is at his wits' end. Haruko proposes special morning practices, which he starts the very next day.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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35. Hot Blooded Guys ⭐ 8

27 Aug, 1994 · 246 votes

Hanamichi oversleeps on game day. On a failed shortcut, he finds Mitsui surrounded by a gang. He leaves them to Yohei and runs to the gym with Mitsui.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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36. A Well Seeded School, Enter Shoyo ⭐ 8

03 Sep, 1994 · 254 votes

Hanamichi fouls out of the next two games as well. Although Shohoku has advanced to the quarterfinals, Hanamichi is mired in depression.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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37. Hanamichi: First-time as Starter! ⭐ 7.8

10 Sep, 1994 · 139 votes

Shohoku plays against Shoyo, who pack the stands with team members giving well-coordinated cheers. Shohoku is gripped by a major case of nerves.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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38. Rukawa's Counterattack! ⭐ 8

17 Sep, 1994 · 149 votes

Shoyo takes control of the game, creating discord among Shohoku. Rukawa drives to basket and scores, getting Akagi and the others going again.

Director: Kazuhisa Takenouchi, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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39. Lightning Flash Ryota! ⭐ 7.9

24 Sep, 1994 · 156 votes

Reignited by Rukawa's remark, Shohoku finally plays to their potential. Ryota, despite his short height, cuts to the basket with blinding speed.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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40. Rebound King Hanamichi Sakuragi! ⭐ 8.3

01 Oct, 1994 · 198 votes

Ryota cuts into Shoyo's lead. Mitsui's 3-pointer ties it, but Shoyo regains the lead by halftime, with Hanagata dropping buckets.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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41. Shoyo's Ace Fujima Enters the Court ⭐ 7.8

08 Oct, 1994 · 170 votes

Hanamichi's great rebounding rescues Shohoku. In the second half, he stays active on the boards. Rukawa's shot puts them ahead, but Shoyo responds.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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42. Shoyo Ace Fujima's Real Ability ⭐ 7.8

15 Oct, 1994 · 141 votes

Fujima's outstanding play gives Shoyo momentum. Shoyo's Hasegawa, who was once outclassed by Mitsui in middle school, yearns to beat Mitsui.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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43. Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!? ⭐ 8.3

22 Oct, 1994 · 199 votes

Hasegawa guards Mitsui tenaciously. With 10 minutes left, Shoyo leads by 6. Hanamichi picks up his fourth foul, putting him one away from fouling out.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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44. Mitsui! Stormy 3 Points ⭐ 8.6

05 Nov, 1994 · 238 votes

Mitsui keeps scoring despite Hasegawa's intense defense. Shohoku cuts the gap to 3, but Hanamichi is unable to play assertively due to his four fouls.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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45. Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch ⭐ 8.9

26 Nov, 1994 · 332 votes

With four fouls, Hanamichi is hamstrung. When Rukawa calls him out on not playing like himself, he bangs his head on the court and reasserts himself.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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46. Hanamichi, Hot Dunk ⭐ 9.5

03 Dec, 1994 · 946 votes

With 2:30 to go, the game is tied. Hanamichi drives headlong to the hoop. Undaunted by the two defenders in his way, he unleashes a thunderous dunk.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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47. Challenge from a Rival ⭐ 7.6

10 Dec, 1994 · 170 votes

Hanamichi ruminates on his dunk-turned-foul. Takezono player Oda, Hanamichi's middle school classmate, injures his leg before his game against Kainan.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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48. The Guy Who Pledged to Defeat Kainan ⭐ 7.7

17 Dec, 1994 · 181 votes

Oda tries to hide his leg injury in order to play against Kainan. Hanamichi blows off practice and heads down with his gang to Takezono.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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49. Takezono, Last Fight ⭐ 7.6

24 Dec, 1994 · 178 votes

Against Takezono, Kainan plays their bench team, which is still very good. Oda is hampered by his leg injury. Hanamichi encourages him not to give up.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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50. Challenge to the King ⭐ 8

07 Jan, 1995 · 139 votes

Out of Shohoku, Kainan, Ryonan and Takezato, only two will make it to the nationals. Shohoku gets pumped up for the first game against Kainan.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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51. Outside Calculation!? Hanamichi at His Best! ⭐ 8.4

14 Jan, 1995 · 189 votes

Shohoku faces defending champion Kainan in the first round of finals. Kainan comes out strong, but Hanamichi counters with a fake and skillful shots.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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52. Secret Weapon Against Sakuragi! ⭐ 7.9

21 Jan, 1995 · 140 votes

Kainan puts third-year student Miyamasu into the game. Hanamichi is thrown off by Miyamasu's sickly demeanor and gets taken out of the game.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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53. The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!? ⭐ 8.6

28 Jan, 1995 · 223 votes

Shohoku is behind by 15, but Rukawa makes two shots to put them back on track. Akagi is injured, and a spirited Hanamichi gets back in the game.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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54. King Kong's Younger Brother ⭐ 9.1

04 Feb, 1995 · 710 votes

Hanamichi tries to make up for Akagi's absence. His and Rukawa's efforts bring Shohoku to within five of Kainan with 1:30 to go in the first half.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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55. The Guy Who Dominates the Game ⭐ 9.3

11 Feb, 1995 · 725 votes

With all eyes on him, Rukawa makes shot after shot and ties the game. Akagi comes off the bench in the second half, but his leg is not fully healed.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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56. Ace Maki, Full Throttle ⭐ 8.1

18 Feb, 1995 · 190 votes

Kainan shooting guard Jin makes several three-pointers and increases Kainan's lead to 10. The exhausted Shohoku team calls for a timeout.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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57. Anzai, Bet on Victory! ⭐ 8.8

25 Feb, 1995 · 323 votes

Shohoku lags behind with 10 minutes left in the game. As a last-ditch strategy, they quadruple-team Maki and put Hanamichi on Jin.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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58. Stubborn Guys! ⭐ 9.2

04 Mar, 1995 · 704 votes

Shohoku trails by 4 with 4:30 left, and goes all-in. Kogure subs in for the exhausted Rukawa. With 45 seconds to go, Mitsui is at the end of the line.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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59. Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion ⭐ 9.7

11 Mar, 1995 · 2,002 votes

Kainan leads by four with 45 seconds to go. Hanamichi makes a slam dunk, and looks to Mitsui for one more three-pointer to seal the win.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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60. Shohoku on the Edge ⭐ 8.1

18 Mar, 1995 · 247 votes

Hanamichi cannot get over the shock of losing. Rukawa blames himself for not having enough stamina as the two fight over who deserves the blame.

Director: Toshihiko Arisako, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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61. Baldy Strikes Back! ⭐ 8

25 Mar, 1995 · 183 votes

Hanamichi shaves his head to get a fresh start, but is not amused by his spectators. Anzai tries to flush out Hanamichi's weakness during practice.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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62. Three-Day Super Training ⭐ 7.8

08 Apr, 1995 · 136 votes

Shohoku focuses on training Hanamichi since they can't afford to lose any more games. Hanamichi practices shooting hoops in silence without complaint.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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63. Battle of the Aces! Kainan vs Ryonan ⭐ 7.9

08 Apr, 1995 · 134 votes

The Ryonan vs. Kainan game starts. Everyone focuses their attention on the mystery rookie player Fukuda, but Hanamichi is surprised to see him again.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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64. King Kainan Shows its Abilities! ⭐ 7.8

18 Apr, 1995 · 122 votes

The first half is a scorcher. Sendoh's performance puts Ryonan ahead by 10 going into halftime, and the rookie Fukuda chips in 20 points of his own.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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65. The Strongest Match! Sendoh vs Maki ⭐ 8

29 Apr, 1995 · 126 votes

Uozumi leaves the game and Kainan takes the lead, but Sendoh latches onto Maki and the teams go neck and neck. Coach Anzai is sent to the hospital.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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66. Sendoh's Bet ⭐ 8.1

13 May, 1995 · 156 votes

Hanamichi's quick actions save Anzai. On his way back from the hospital, he thinks about the time he failed to take his own father to the hospital.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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67. The Final Battle! Shohoku vs Ryonan ⭐ 8

20 May, 1995 · 199 votes

The day of the Ryonan game finally arrives. Playing without a coach, Hanamichi is called out on a foul not usually committed at high school games.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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68. Savior!? Hanamichi Sakuragi ⭐ 8.4

27 May, 1995 · 212 votes

Ryonan strikes first, but Hanamichi returns fire for Shohoku. Hanamichi makes a jump shot for the first time and causes a stir throughout the arena.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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69. Gorilla Goes Astray ⭐ 8.1

03 Jun, 1995 · 155 votes

The game continues, tied at 2. Akagi is thrown off his game when his foot starts to ache after Uozumi knocks him down. Soon, Shohoku trails 13-4.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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70. Gorilla Dunk II ⭐ 8.3

10 Jun, 1995 · 209 votes

Akagi becomes distracted by his injured foot, and Shohoku trails by nine. Uozumi aggressively blocks Hanamichi and sends him crashing to the floor.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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71. Gorilla, Shout of Revival! ⭐ 8.1

17 Jun, 1995 · 201 votes

Hanamichi gets knocked down by Uozumi, but Yohei and the others prevent a fight from breaking out. Akagi shows complete recovery with a gorilla dunk.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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72. The Greatest Shame of One's Life ⭐ 8

01 Jul, 1995 · 131 votes

Ryonan attacks Hanamichi's weak defense and scores basket after basket. Kogure subs for Hanamichi and Shohoku takes on a more aggressive stance.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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73. Rukawa Kaede, Gambling on the 2nd Half ⭐ 7.8

08 Jul, 1995 · 134 votes

Rukawa takes what he learned from the Kainan game and applies his full energy in the latter half of the game, while Hanamichi gets no chance to shine.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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74. The Most Dangerous Challenger! ⭐ 8.2

15 Jul, 1995 · 182 votes

Rukawa is hitting his stride after strategically reserving his energy in the first half. The score is tied after he makes a three-pointer.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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75. Fine Play ⭐ 8.5

22 Jul, 1995 · 225 votes

Rukawa keeps pace with Ryonan in the second half. Uozumi gets his fourth foul guarding Hanamichi. Shohoku builds a three-point lead.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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76. The Feeling of Victory ⭐ 8.3

05 Aug, 1995 · 235 votes

Hanamichi takes Uozumi out with 10 minutes left in the game. Shohoku leads by three. A furious Uozumi cheers on the team from the bench.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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77. You Guys Are Strong! ⭐ 8.2

12 Aug, 1995 · 134 votes

Shohoku leads 53-46 with less than nine minutes left. Uozumi begs Coach Taoka to let him play, but the coach patiently waits for the right moment.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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78. Uozumi Jun Revives ⭐ 7.9

19 Aug, 1995 · 162 votes

Ryonan is starting to lose their fighting spirit. Sendoh's exhaustion puts the whole team in deep crisis. Uozumi reenters the game with ferocity.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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79. Blue Waves - Ryonan Fights Back! ⭐ 7.9

26 Aug, 1995 · 132 votes

Uozumi starts to dominate Shohoku with his superb performance despite the 13-point deficit. All Shohoku players save for Rukawa have three fouls.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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80. Shohoku's Problems ⭐ 8.2

02 Sep, 1995 · 208 votes

Ryonan continues to put the pressure on Shohoku. Meanwhile, Uozumi works on destroying Shohoku by picking at their anxieties one by one.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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81. Sendoh on Fire! Shohoku Loses ⭐ 8.1

09 Sep, 1995 · 164 votes

Shohoku is in trouble as Ryonan cuts their lead to seven with 3:18 remaining. Mitsui collapses from extreme fatigue.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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82. Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi the Man ⭐ 8.9

21 Oct, 1995 · 288 votes

With Mitsui out of the game, Uozumi and Sendoh cut Shohoku's lead down to one with astounding athleticism. Hanamichi begins to thrive under pressure.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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83. Vice-Captain Kogure's Determination ⭐ 8.8

28 Oct, 1995 · 222 votes

Hanamichi helps his team to a one-point lead with 1:30 to go. Kogure leverages the past three years of training into a timely three-pointer.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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84. Win or Lose ⭐ 9.5

04 Nov, 1995 · 941 votes

Shohoku leads by four points with seconds on the clock. Ryonan puts up a fight but the game is all but over, the winner set to advance to nationals.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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85. New Challenge: The National Championship! ⭐ 7.5

11 Nov, 1995 · 146 votes

Shonan breaks out in celebration over their basketball team's achievement. In the meantime, Rukawa focuses on training more stoically than ever.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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86. Rukawa's Ambition ⭐ 7.5

18 Nov, 1995 · 125 votes

Hikoichi's older sister Yayoi writes an article on Sendoh, but her editor rejects it. Undeterred, she visits Ryonan to gather information.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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87. Japan's Number One High School Player ⭐ 7.6

25 Nov, 1995 · 128 votes

Hanamichi visits Aiwa Academy to scout Moroboshi in a game against Meihou Tech. Rukawa reveals his intention to transfer to a school in the US.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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88. The Basketball Kingdom - America ⭐ 8.6

02 Dec, 1995 · 233 votes

Anzai opposes Rukawa's plans to go to America. Rukawa gives up on the idea after acknowledging how much others expect from him and Hanamichi.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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89. Rukawa Kaede's Spirit ⭐ 7.7

09 Dec, 1995 · 135 votes

Rukawa challenges Mitsui to a match in his pursuit to be Japan's top player. Meanwhile, the Fukazawa Athletic University coach takes notice of Akagi.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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90. Shohoku's Real Ace ⭐ 7.8

16 Dec, 1995 · 161 votes

Akagi's team must make it to the quarterfinals at the nationals for him to attend Fukazawa Athletic University. Rukawa crushes Hanamichi in a match.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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91. The Nationals are Dangerous! ⭐ 8.2

23 Dec, 1995 · 196 votes

Akagi helps Hanamichi, Rukawa, Mitsui and Ryota study for the makeup exams they need to pass in order for them to play in the Inter High finals.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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92. Guys' Friendship? Sakuragi Gang ⭐ 7.9

13 Jan, 1996 · 190 votes

Hanamichi takes his friends' money for going to Hiroshima to pay for training camp, but Anzai tells Hanamichi to stay behind to practice alone.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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93. Going Toward 20000 Shoots ⭐ 8

20 Jan, 1996 · 193 votes

Hanamichi stays behind to train with Anzai while Akagi and the others train in Shizuoka. Hanamichi gets assigned to practice shooting 20,000 hoops.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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94. Shizuoka's Fierce Fight! Shohoku vs. Jousei ⭐ 8.1

27 Jan, 1996 · 200 votes

As Hanamichi tackles the 20,000-shot challenge, the other teammates have a practice game with Jousei High in Shizuoka. Shohoku ekes out a win.

Director: Junji Shimizu, Nobutaka Nishizawa

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95. Hanamichi's Hottest Day ⭐ 8.1

03 Feb, 1996 · 200 votes

Haruko invites Hanamichi out to a festival for a break from training. Hanamichi enjoys being out on date with her alone, but others soon join them.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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96. Basketball Shoes Part II ⭐ 7.9

10 Feb, 1996 · 184 votes

Hanamichi completes his 20,000-shot training. The manager of the sporting goods store gives him a pair of basketball shoes before the nationals.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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97. Mixed Feelings, Uozumi Returns ⭐ 8.1

17 Feb, 1996 · 187 votes

Hanamichi sets up a practice game with Shoyo's visiting players to show off his polished skills. Uozumi suddenly shows up, and Hanamichi gets benched.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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98. Fierce Battle Begins! Shohoku vs. Shoyo/Ryonan ⭐ 8.3

24 Feb, 1996 · 233 votes

Shohoku quickly takes the lead against the Shoyo-Ryonan team. Hanamichi misses a jump shot when he tries to show off the results of his training.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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99. Facing the Strongest Team, Shohoku in Danger! ⭐ 8.1

02 Mar, 1996 · 214 votes

Hanamichi keeps floundering against his extremely skilled opponents. He then remembers his role as a re-bounder when Akagi puts him back in his place.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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100. The Man of Miracles, Hanamichi Sakuragi! ⭐ 8.4

09 Mar, 1996 · 262 votes

The mixed team with Shoyo's Fujima and Hanagata, and Ryonan's Uozumi, Sendoh and Fukuda, goes toe-to-toe with Shohoku. Hanamichi hits a jump shot.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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101. The Glorious Slam Dunk! ⭐ 9.4

23 Mar, 1996 · 889 votes

Hanamichi dominates the opposing team with his new shooting skills. In the final moments of the game, he unleashes a final slam dunk.

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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