Though they initially got off to a rocky start, Hanamichi and Ryota Miyagi quickly form a bond based on their mutual experiences with heartbreak (and being all-around losers when it comes to the ladies). Their unlikely camaraderie also helps in firing up the rest of the Shohoku team and gives everyone a substantial morale boost. This all comes to an abrupt halt, though, when a group of thugs with a score to settle with Ryota crash a practice session. Explosive personalities collide as everyone in attendance braces themselves for an all-out brawl!

Story and Art by Takehiko Inoue
Release December 1, 2009
ISBN-13 978-1-4215-2862-5
Trim Size 5 × 7 1/2
Imprint SHONEN JUMP
Length 188 pages
Series Slam Dunk
Category Manga
Age Rating   Teen