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Slam Dunk

Slam Dunk

Synopsis: Hanamichi Sakuragi, infamous for his temperament, massive height, and red-red hair, enroll in Shohoku High, hoping to finally get a girlfriend and break his record of being rejected 50 consecutive times in high school. His notoriety precedes him, however, leading him to be avoided by most students. Soon, after certain events, Hanamichi gets two unshakable thoughts: "I hate basketball" and "I desperately need a girlfriend."

One day, a girl named Haruko Akagi approaches him without any knowledge of his troubleshooting and asks if he likes basketball. Hanamichi immediately falls in love with heels with her, letting out a fervent affirmative. She then takes him to the gym, where he asks if he can do a Slam Dunk. In an attempt to impress Haruko, he jumps, but goes beyond, hitting his head straight in the board -black. When Haruko informs the captain of the almost inhuman physical capabilities basketball team of Hanamichi, he slowly finds himself attracted to the camaraderie and the competition of the sport he had already resentful.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Meaning
- Related

Information

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Slam Dunk
  • Anime Name in Japanese: スラムダンク
  • Anime Name in English: Slam Dunk
  • Other names: SD

Production information

  • Producers: TV Asahi, Animax
  • Licensors: Flatiron Film Company, Geneon Entertainment USA
  • Studios: Toei Animation

Anime Information

  • Type: TV
  • Episodes: 101
  • Date: October 16, 1993 - March. 23, 1996
  • Genres: sports
  • Subjects: School, sports
  • Target: Shounen

External Links

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.541
  • Popularity: 121940

Video Trailer/Opening

Curiosities

  • Manga author Takehiko Inoue was a high school basketball player and used his own experiences to create the story.
  • The main character, Hanamichi Sakuragi, was inspired by an American basketball player named Dennis Rodman.
  • The anime was a big hit in Japan and led to an increase in basketball popularity in the country.
  • The name "Slam Dunk" is a reference to the basketball play in which a player jumps and buries the ball in the basket.
  • The anime was shown in Brazil in the 1990s and became very popular among anime and sports fans.
Slam Dunk
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Main Characters

  • Hanamichi Sakuragi (Marcelo Campos) - A delinquent who falls in love with basketball and joins the school team.
  • Kaede Rukawa (Fábio Lucindo) - A talented and arrogant player who becomes Sakuragi's rival.
  • Takenori Akagi (Cassius Romero) - The school's basketball team captain and a skilled player.
  • HISASHI MITSUI (Alfredo Rollo) - A former basketball player who returns to the school team and becomes one of the main players.
  • Ryota Miyagi (Márcio Araújo) - A fast and agile player who becomes friends with Sakuragi.
  • Kiminobu Kogure (Wellington Lima) - An experienced player who helps training the school team.
  • TETSUUO ISHII (Nestor Chiesse) - A tall and strong player who joins the school team.
  • Mitsuyoshi Anzai (Carlos Silveira) - The school basketball coach of the school that helps turn Sakuragi into a skilled player.

Summary and events

  1. Hanamichi Sakuragi is rejected by 50 girls and decides to enter the Shohoku College basketball team to impress a girl.
  2. Sakuragi meets the team captain, Takenori Akagi, and runner-up Ryota Miyagi.
  3. Sakuragi falls in love with Haruko Akagi's younger sister.
  4. Coach Anzai puts Sakuragi as a reserve on the team.
  5. Sakuragi begins to train hard to improve his basketball skills.
  6. The Shohoku team faces Ryonan's team, led by the talented player Akira Sugah.
  7. Shohoku loses to Ryonan, but Sakuragi shows his skill in the game.
  8. Sakuragi and Miyagi are challenged by two players from Kainan, Rukawa and Mitsui team.
  9. Sakuragi and Miyagi win Rukawa and Mitsui in a match of 2 against
  10. Shohoku faces Kainan in the national tournament and Sakuragi gets hurt during the game.
  11. Shohoku loses to Kainan, but Sakuragi is praised for his determination and effort.
  12. Sakuragi and Haruko finally confess their feelings for each other.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Slam DunkWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

Slam Dunk's manga has a complete ending. In the end, the Shohoku basketball team faces the Sannoh team in the national championship. After an intense match, Shohoku loses on a point, but Hanamichi Sakuragi, the protagonist, gains the respect of his rival, Takenori Akagi, and says goodbye to basketball with the feeling of doing his best. In addition, the manga shows an epilogue that shows what happened to the characters after the championship.

Meaning of Slam Dunk

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

スラムダンク
  • スラム (Suramu) - means "slam" in English
  • ダンク (Danku) - "Slam dunk" em inglês.
The name of the anime "スラムダンク" (Suramu Danku) translates as "Slam Dunk" in English. The anime is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. The story follows Hanamichi Sakuragi, a delinquent who joins the Shohoku College basketball team to impress a girl. The anime is known for its intense action, with exciting scenes of basketball games, as well as exploring topics such as friendship, overcoming and personal growth. "Slam Dunk" is considered one of the best sports anime of all time and had a great impact on basketball popularization in Japan.

Movies and other Adaptations of Slam Dunk

See below other films and adaptations of Slam Dunk that you should watch:

Slam Dunk – Movie 1 (1994)

Slam Dunk: O Filme

The first movie has a short duration and features an original match between Shohoku and the Takezono team, focusing on overcoming challenges and competitive spirit.

National Championship, here we go! Sakuragi Hanamichi (1994)

Slam Dunk: Dominação Nacional! Sakuragi Hanamichi (1994)

The second film of the franchise continues the sports rhythm with a new match and even more focus on Sakuragi.

Shōhoku's Greatest Crisis! Burn, Hanamichi Sakuragi (1995)

Slam Dunk: O Maior Desafio de Shohoku! O Ardente Sakuragi Hanamichi (1995)

Third film that adds dramatic tension and new strategies on the court, focusing on the Shohoku team's overcoming.

Hoero Basketman Tamashii!! Hanamichi and Rukawa's Hot Summer (1995)

Slam Dunk: Onda do Espírito do Basquete!! Verão Quente de Hanamichi e Rukawa (1995)

The fourth movie has a lighter and more relaxed tone, but still focuses on the rivalry between Sakuragi and Rukawa amidst the summer heat.

THE FIRST SLAM DUNK (2022)

The most recent and highly acclaimed film, featuring a refreshed 3D visual and directed by the creator himself, Takehiko Inoue. It adapts the arc of the game between Shohoku and Sannoh, regarded as the most important in the manga.

  • LaunchDecember 3, 2022 in Japan
  • Duration: 124 minutes
  • Adaptation: Volume 25 to 31 of the manga
  • Curiosity: The protagonist focuses on Ryota Miyagi, bringing a new perspective to the classic.

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