He started playing to impress a girl—but found a love for the game that could take him to the top!
Hanamichi Sakuragi, a hot-headed delinquent with a history of getting dumped, never thought basketball would be his thing. But when he joins the Shohoku High team to impress a girl, he discovers both a natural talent and a fiery competitive spirit. With raw energy, clumsy determination, and plenty of laughs, Sakuragi and his teammates aim to take on Japan’s best in this legendary sports manga that blends comedy, rivalry, and the heart of chasing big dreams.