Season 1 (1993)

The Birth of a Genius Basketman?!?
7.7

October 16, 1993 • 23m

After being dumped by Yoko, a girl he really liked in Junior High, Sakuragi Hanamichi was devastated. On the first day of school, ...Read more

Die Basketball! Hanamichi vs. Rukawa
7.2

October 30, 1993 • 23m

After Rukawa beats up those thugs, Hanamichi is shocked and asks him for his name. When he discovers that he is the one that Haruk...Read more

Gorilla vs. Hanamichi! Big Showdown!
7.6

November 6, 1993 • 23m

When Hanamichi calls basketball a 'dumb game', the captain of the basketball team challenges him because Hanamichi had made fun of...Read more

Basketball Man Hanamichi Joins the Team
7.6

November 13, 1993 • 23m

Sakuragi mananges to dunk over/through Akagi. Akagi is intrigued by Sakuragi's raw power, but doesn't think he's got the drive to...Read more

A Gutless Afternoon
7.2

November 20, 1993 • 23m

Sakuragi Hanamichi has been training in the basics for two weeks under Ayako and he wants to play with the other. Akagi refused to...Read more

Rukawa vs. Akagi. The Real Showdown!
7.4

December 4, 1993 • 23m

Akagi decides to test Rukawa's skills against his own to see if Rukawa really has the talent everyone says he does.

Hanamichi's Debut! Dunk Attack
7.4

December 11, 1993 • 23m

After successfully persuading Anzai to let him join the game, Sakuragi shows how much he has improved in basic skills such as drib...Read more

Hanamichi's Crisis! The Judo Man's Snare
8.0

December 18, 1993 • 23m

Impressed by Sakuragi's raw power and general brute force, the captain of the judo club tries to recruit him away from the Basketball team.

I Will Play Basketball!
7.2

December 25, 1993 • 23m

Sakuragi declines Aota's offer of joining the Judo club. Kogure and Ayako were overjoyed at Sakuragi's refusal and Akagi was very ...Read more

The 'Beginner's Shot' ....Is Hard!
7.0

January 8, 1994 • 23m

After getting the permission to allow Sakuragi to learn the basics of shooting, Akagi asked Rukawa to demonstrate how to do lay-up...Read more

Special Secret Love Training for Two!?
7.0

January 15, 1994 • 23m

Having mastered dribbling and passing, Sakuragi moves on to shooting, which is a lot harder than he had anticipated. Frustrated ...Read more

Beat Ryonan! Hard Training Before the Decisive Game
6.3

January 22, 1994 • 23m

The night before their game with Ryounan, Akagi decides to try and teach Sakuragi basic defense, starting with rebounding. Learni...Read more

Shohoku vs Ryonan the Fired Up Captain!
6.7

January 29, 1994 • 23m

Sakuragi is eager to play too, thinking of what Akagi has told him the previuos night. At Ryonan High, Anzai is greeted by Ryonan ...Read more

Super Basketball Match! Ryonan's Attack of Angry Waves
6.7

February 5, 1994 • 23m

Sakuragi keeps begging Anzai to let him join the game. At 14 mins, Ryonan has a 0-15 lead, with everyone cheering for Sendoh. Send...Read more

Hanamichi's Nervous Big Start
7.3

February 12, 1994 • 23m

Finally, Sakuragi got a chance to play when Akagi was hurt while playing. Now, there is only about 9 minutes left on the clock.

Who Is This Guy?! Taoka's Miscalculation
7.0

February 19, 1994 • 23m

With just 8 minutes left in the second half, Ryonan is still leading. Taoka tells the Ryonan to continue to attack. Sakuragi plays...Read more

Rebound King. Hanamichi Sakuragi's Agony
6.7

February 26, 1994 • 23m

Ryonan is leading with 3 points ahead of Shohoku, Taoka said that the game will depends on how Sakuragi plays. Meanwhile, Sakurag...Read more

The Last Two Minutes! I'm Taking Sendo Down!
7.0

March 5, 1994 • 23m

Sendoh is amazed at how good Shohoku has become, thus begins to take the game seriously. Anzai then, calls both Rukawa and Sakura...Read more

Time Up! The Ryonan Game Is Over
8.5

March 12, 1994 • 23m

Although Shohoku has lost the game, Sakuragi played very well for his first game. Sakuragi and Rukawa vowed that in their next gam...Read more

Basketball Shoes
6.5

March 19, 1994 • 23m

The next day, Haruko has to accompany Sakuragi to the sports shop to buy a new pair of shoes because his old shoes are in a bad sh...Read more

Super Problems! Hanamichi vs. Miyagi
7.3

March 26, 1994 • 23m

Ryota Miyagi returns to basketball after beening injured in a fight. Ayako heard rumors that Miyagi was back in school, so she dec...Read more

The Fool with the Worst Record, A Combination is Born
7.8

April 16, 1994 • 23m

It seemed like a disaster for two trouble makers in Miyagi and Sakuragi to collide with each other, but it seems things hae turned...Read more

Shohoku Basketball Team's Last Day
7.0

April 23, 1994 • 23m

A former member of the Shohoku team returns with a major axe to grind, which spells doom for the team.

The Allies of Justice, Sakuragi's Army Visits
7.0

April 30, 1994 • 23m

After Ayako was slapped by one of the invading students, Miyagi joined in the fight, as well as Rukawa. However, Tetsuo easily to...Read more

The Guy Who Wanted to Conquer the World
7.3

May 7, 1994 • 23m

Mitsui and Tetsuo were defeated, but Mitsui still continued to fight. Though when Akagi enters, the atmosphere becomes dense. Ak...Read more

Mitsui's Peak, Trouble at 15
6.5

May 14, 1994 • 23m

It seems that Mitsui was once a great basketball player himself before High School. Though something happened during practice tha...Read more

I Want to Play Basketball!
7.2

May 21, 1994 • 23m

After suffering through his horrible injury, Mitsui quit on basketball. Though two years later, in his attempt to sabotage Shohok...Read more

The Beginning of Interhigh Preliminaries
6.8

May 28, 1994 • 23m

The tournament is finally making its approach. Sakuragi is anxious to play against Sendo again, but Shohoku will have to deal with Miuradai first.

Hanamichi! Pennant Race Debut
6.8

June 18, 1994 • 23m

The match starts, and Anzai refuses to put Sakuragi, Rukawa, Mitsui, and Miyagi, in the starting line-up. For what reason? As pu...Read more

The Introspective Army's Big Counterattack
7.5

June 25, 1994 • 23m

With four of Shohoku's best players finally entering in the game, the tables turn quickly as they narrow the lead down to only 2. ...Read more

Formidable Enemy Miuradai's Secret Weapon
6.5

July 2, 1994 • 23m

Miuradai revealed a secret weapon of theirs that'll help them try and overcome Shohoku, and that's the ox Nato.

Genius Hanamichi! Certain Death Dunk
7.3

July 16, 1994 • 23m

Miuradai started gaining control of the game, until Nato started finally guarding Rukawa instead of Sakuragi. Rukawa exploited hi...Read more

Walkout King!? Sakuragi's Righteousness
7.3

August 6, 1994 • 23m

Shohoku's next match is against Gohoku. While they have been exceeding almost everyone's expectations, Sakuragi continues to be l...Read more

Gorilla's Initiation, Kill with Your Eyes!
6.8

August 20, 1994 • 23m

Sakuragi and his fouling troubles continue. He unconsciously went to Akagi's house for help, and in order to help Sakuragi a litt...Read more

Hot Blooded Guys
7.0

August 27, 1994 • 23m

Mitsui got himself caught up in a fight between Ryo and Tetsuo, and was eventually beaten himself. However, an unlikely Sakuragi ...Read more

A Well Seeded School, Enter Shoyo
6.8

September 3, 1994 • 23m

Sakuragi is still upset at Akagi for telling him a false technique in defense, and tries harder the next game against Tsukubu. Wh...Read more

Hanamichi's First Start
6.8

September 10, 1994 • 23m

Anzai-sensei decides to start Sakuragi, much to everyone's shock. He figures that with his height and drive he'll be the perfect ...Read more

Rukawa's Counterattack!
7.5

September 17, 1994 • 23m

With the the Shohoku offense stalled by Shoyo's defense, Rukawa takes it upon himself to lead the offensive charge.

Lightning Flash Ryota!
6.8

September 24, 1994 • 23m

With Rukawa taking the heat off of the rest of the team, Miyagi gets a chance to show off his skills as a point guard and his speed on the court.

Hanamichi the Genius shows off!
7.0

October 1, 1994 • 23m

With Mitsui's 3 point shot, Shohoku finally caught up with Shoyo. It seemed like Fujima had enough, but Hanagata asked him to tru...Read more

Shoyo Coach Enters the Court
6.5

October 14, 1994 • 23m

Driven hard by by Rukawa's offense and Sakuragi's rebounding, Fujima comes off the bench to lead his team to victory.

Shoyo Ace Fujima's Real Ability
6.5

October 15, 1994 • 23m

Fujima is leading a strong charge for Shoyo against Shohoku, taking the lead once again. Though Shohoku has other problems beside...Read more

Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?
7.3

October 22, 1994 • 23m

Shohoku's problems continue piling up. Mitsui can't get a 3 pointer to go in, forcing all the burden on Rukawa. Plus, Sakuragi i...Read more

Mitsui! Stormy 3 Points
7.7

November 3, 1994 • 23m

Mitsui, reminiscing upon the past, gets the energy to play and lead his team. In just a matter of time, he scored 9 consecutive p...Read more

Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch
8.5

November 26, 1994 • 23m

While Mitsui has increased his efficiency during the game, Sakuragi still faces the brink of being dismissed. After a few destruct...Read more

Hanamichi, Hot Dunk
10.0

December 3, 1994 • 23m

Thanks to a basket from Rukawa, Shohoku has finally taken the lead in a critical time. Sakuragi, wanting to feel important, jumpe...Read more

Challenge from a Rival
8.5

December 10, 1994 • 23m

Shohoku has defeated Shoyo, and Sakuragi is quick to spread the word, especially after his ferocious slam dunk on Hanagata. It se...Read more

The Guy Who Pledged to Defeat Kainan
8.0

December 17, 1994 • 23m

Sakuragi skips practice in order to investigate on why Yohko was acting so strangely. When they get to Takezono, he is immediatel...Read more

Takezono, Last Fight
8.0

December 24, 1994 • 23m

The match between Takezono and Kainan starts. Kainan only put in two starters the entire game, but it seemed like it was enough t...Read more

Challenge to the King
8.5

January 7, 1995 • 23m

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Outside Accounts!? Hanamichi at His Best!
8.5

January 14, 1995 • 23m

The match between Shohoku and Kainan has been tight and intense all the way through, but it was Sakuragi who stood out the most wi...Read more

Sakuragi's Confinement's Secret Weapon
8.0

January 21, 1995 • 23m

Takato seemed to have devised the perfect plan to counter-attack against Sakuragi, which is sending in the extremely small and wea...Read more

The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!?
9.0

January 28, 1995 • 23m

Shohoku isn't about to let their chances slip away against Kainan, however, things quickly changed when Akagi injured his ankle, f...Read more

King Kong, Younger Brother
8.0

February 4, 1995 • 23m

Sakuragi did a pretty good job of filling in for Akagi, though it was Rukawa who pushed Shohoku into a fierce comeback against Kai...Read more

The One that Dominates the Game
8.7

February 11, 1995 • 23m

Rukawa's strong performance made it seem like Shohoku has a chance of winning, but what got everyone's attention was when Akagi ca...Read more

Ace Shepherd, Full Throttle
8.3

February 18, 1995 • 23m

Akagi coming back in for Shohoku seemed like they would be in great position to win, but Maki displayed to everyone why he's the b...Read more

Anzai, Bet on Victory!
8.7

February 25, 1995 • 23m

Anzai formulated a plan to destroy Kainan's formidable backcourt combo of Jin and Maki by playing zone defense, and their offense ...Read more

Stubborn Guys!
9.0

March 4, 1995 • 23m

Shohoku and Kainan refuse to give up on each other with the match going back and forth like a see saw.

Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion
10.0

March 11, 1995 • 23m

The last ten seconds of the game are approaching, and Shohoku is only down by four. The one who'll decide this match will be Sakuragi.

To relieve guilt: Shave Head ?!
8.0

March 18, 1995 • 23m

Sakuragi is in an emotional hangover after the events of the previous match, so in order to come to himself, he decides to change his appearance.

Baldy attacks back!
8.5

March 25, 1995 • 23m

Sakuragi's new haircut was the news of the school the next day. During practice, he decided to work twice as hard in order to pre...Read more

Three-day super training
8.0

April 8, 1995 • 23m

Akagi really wants Sakuragi to become part of their offense, so he trains him for three days straight on his shooting. To his sur...Read more

Ryonan's genius plan
7.7

April 8, 1995 • 23m

The anticipated match up between two of the best teams in the region commences. One of the biggest surprises was how Sendoh was h...Read more

Kainan rebounds!
8.0

April 15, 1995 • 23m

Sendoh is the entire pillar that's pushing his team forward right now, but the tables turn when Uozumo decides to argue a call from the referee.

The strongest rival
8.3

April 29, 1995 • 23m

Due to Uozumi being fouled out, and Fukuda being a terrible defensive player, Sendoh was forced to carry Ryonan on his shoulders a...Read more

Sendoh's scheme
9.0

May 13, 1995 • 23m

Shohoku's representatives rush to Anzai's aid, and are surprised at how efficiently Sakuragi acquired a doctor. Meanwhile, Kainan...Read more

The final battle!
8.7

May 20, 1995 • 23m

One of the more exciting matches in the tournament is about to start, as it's Ryonan vs. Shohoku. Though people have already been...Read more

Sakuragi Hanamichi comes to rescue!
9.3

May 27, 1995 • 23m

Due to Fukuda's terrible defense and Sakuragi's equally atrocious offense, Taoka thought it'd be a harmless idea to match Fukuda u...Read more

Gorilla goes astray
8.3

June 3, 1995 • 23m

Something appears to be wrong with Akagi; after getting knocked down by Uozumi, he started playing horribly. Kogure was forced to...Read more

King Kong number two!
8.3

June 10, 1995 • 23m

In order to make Akagi come back to his senses, Sakuragi pulls off his cocky routine that more than motivates him back into playing normally.

Gorilla revives!
8.7

June 17, 1995 • 23m

It seems that things are back to normal psychologically for Shohoku as Sakuragi wasn't as raged as expected by his friends, and Ak...Read more

The greatest shame of one's life
9.3

July 1, 1995 • 23m

Ryonan's offense was concentrated around Fukuda, who has been constantly defeating Sakuragi. He was forced to sit out, sulking to...Read more

Rukawa Kaede, gambling on the 2nd half
8.3

July 8, 1995 • 23m

Everyone was confused on Rukawa's performance so far, scoring only two points. Though it became apparent in the second half; he s...Read more

The most dangerous challenger!
8.0

July 15, 1995 • 23m

With Rukawa and Sendoh at full strength against each other, they've both carried their teams, advancing point by point in hopes of...Read more

Peak performance
9.0

July 22, 1995 • 23m

Sendoh and Rukawa continue to push against each other in the second half, but the highlight of it so far is Uozumi being forced to...Read more

The feeling of victory
8.3

August 5, 1995 • 23m

Uozumi gets a flashback of Coach Taoka's promise of bringing him to the national scene, but that promise is looking a little fuzzy...Read more

You guys are strong!
8.7

August 12, 1995 • 23m

Uozumi has to sit out due to his fouls, which causes Akagi to dominate the paint and score easy baskets.

Uozumi Revives
8.0

August 19, 1995 • 23m

Coach Taoka's patience ran dry as he subbed Uozumi back in to help shoulder some of Sendoh's responsibilities on the court.

Blue waves - Ryonan attacks back!
8.3

August 26, 1995 • 23m

The shift of momentum started turning into Ryonan's favour as soon as Uozumi came back with four fouls, making defensive stops and scoring points.

Shohoku's problems
8.7

September 2, 1995 • 23m

Coach Taoka exploited Shohoku's foul trouble problem, and made good use of it. Shohoku will continue to be in the hot seat if this continues.

Sendoh attacks! Shohoku loses
8.7

September 23, 1995 • 23m

Sendoh's strong offensive play continues to push Ryonan closer to Shohoku, and their defensive stops aren't allowing Shohoku to score any points.

Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi shows off!
9.3

October 21, 1995 • 23m

Mitsui collapsed due to exhaustion, and while his lost presence was dire for Shohoku, they remained formidable behind Sakuragi's strong play.

Kogure's determination
8.7

October 28, 1995 • 23m

Kogure spotted up for a 3 pointer. During the ball's journey there to the net, Kogure gets flashbackes of the basketball trials h...Read more

Win or Lose
9.3

November 4, 1995 • 23m

Kogure's 3 pointer put Shohoku up, but Sendoh wouldn't let his team get defeated so easily.

New Challenge: the national championship!
8.5

November 11, 1995 • 23m

Expectedly, the Shohoku basketball team is all the talk at Shohoku school, and everyone won't leave them alone, especially the sch...Read more

Rukawa Kaede's Ambition
8.0

November 18, 1995 • 23m

Hikiochi's sister desperately wants to interview Sendoh, but when doing so, eavesdropped on the announcement of Uozumi and Ikegami's retirement.

Japan's number basketball player
8.0

November 25, 1995 • 23m

Sakuragi goes with Maki to scout out some teams who'll also be heading into the national tournament. One freshman center instantl...Read more

The basketball kingdom - United States of America
8.0

December 2, 1995 • 23m

Rukawa pleads to Anzai about his decision to play in America, though he rejects the idea. Rukawa is told the emotional story of Y...Read more

Rukawa Kaede's spirit
8.0

December 9, 1995 • 23m

Understanding Anzai's words, Rukawa immediately makes it his goal to become the best player in Japan, even taking it at a higher l...Read more

Shohoku's real ace
8.0

December 16, 1995 • 23m

It's a battle between Mitsui and Rukawa to see who the real ace is for Shohoku.

The sudden barrier to the nationals
8.0

December 23, 1995 • 23m

It seems that some of Shohoku's players have more things to worry about other than the fearful opponents at the nationals. Their m...Read more

Guys - Sakuragi Gang
7.7

January 13, 1996 • 23m

The Sakuragi gang look for jobs in order to collect money to afford train tickets to the national games.

Going toward 20000 shoots
8.7

January 20, 1996 • 23m

Anzai decides to incorporate Sakuragi into the Shohoku offense, making him go through rigorous shooting training.

Shohoku vs. Jousei
8.5

January 27, 1996 • 23m

Sakuragi continues his shooting practice while his team is off at Josei, battling equally with the former eight ranked team withou...Read more

The day when Sakuragi's fired up!
8.0

February 3, 1996 • 23m

Haruka decides to reward Sakuragi for his hard practicing by taking him to the festival. Sakuragi sees this as an opportunity to t...Read more

Basketball Shoes Part II
8.7

February 10, 1996 • 23m

Sakuragi has been working hard for the past months to improve his basketball skills, but as a result, his shoes have torn. He visi...Read more

Mixed Feelings, Uozumi returns
8.5

February 17, 1996 • 23m

When a couple of Shoyo players decided to give their goodlucks to Shohoku, Sakuragi comes up with a suggestion; a game against Shoyo and Ryonan!

Shohoku vs. Shoyo/Ryonan
8.5

February 24, 1996 • 23m

Rukawa garnered all the attention with his strong start to the game, but it was Sendoh who soon stole that spotlight when he enter...Read more

Facing the strongest team, Shohoku in danger!
8.5

March 2, 1996 • 23m

The combination team has become even more formidable by adding Sendoh and Fukuda to their lineup, and while Sakuragi is still stru...Read more

The one who brought forth a miracle - Sakuragi!
9.0

March 9, 1996 • 23m

Fujima starts passing more and shooting less 3 pointers, giving hims teammates more open looks and easy opportunities to score. B...Read more

SLAM DUNK!
9.5

March 23, 1996 • 23m

The battle between the combo team and Shohoku has reached its climax, and the one deciding its conclusion is Sakuragi with a Slam ...Read more