- 7.8/10309 votes
#1 - I Am Kuroko
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/8/2012
While recruiting for the basketball club, the Seirin Private High school has managed to pick up some impressive players; a power house, former American player, and a member of the “Generation of Miracles.
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- 7.5/10243 votes
#2 - I'm Serious
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/15/2012
Before anyone can become an official member of the Basketball Club, they first must do display courage. Afterwards, a surprising guest appears on the school grounds with a shocking offer.
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- 7.6/10230 votes
#3 - It's Better If I Can't Win
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/22/2012
Seirin basketball club is playing a practice game at Kaijo High School, the school where Kise attends. After a display of power from Kagami, it forces the Kaijo coach to take Seirin serious.
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- 8.0/10226 votes
#4 - Take Care of the Counter Attack!
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/29/2012
The only way to stop Kise is to challenge him with a style he can't copy, Kurokos! The new offensive from Seirin is closing the point gap, until an injury might derail Serin's chance at victory.
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- 7.6/10218 votes
#5 - Your Basketball
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/6/2012
Serin is victorious against Kaijo, barely. It is a shock to Kise, who has never lost in his life. After the game, another former Teiko Middle school player, Midorima, has a few words for Kise.
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- 7.6/10203 votes
#6 - Let Me Tell You Two Things
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/13/2012
Serins first opponent in the inter-high tournament is Shinkyo high, a middle tier school until last year. With the addition of a two meter tall, 87 kilogram player from Senegal, Shinkyo is a new threat to Serins championship hopes.
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- 7.6/10198 votes
#7 - You'll See Something Amazing
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/20/2012
After their win over Shinkyo, Seirin goes on to crush their next few opponents. Realizing too much confidence is brewing, the team is taken to watch a Shutoku match. After seeing how Shutoku, one of the three Emperor teams of basketball, dominates their opposition, the team realizes they have a long way to go if they are to improve and contend for the title.
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- 7.7/10187 votes
#8 - Now That I Think About It
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/27/2012
Seirin takes on Seiho, a squad built around an invincible defense. The unorthodox manner in the way Seiko moves is finally understood, but it may be too late. Will Seirin's streak finally be shutdown?
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- 8.0/10184 votes
#9 - To Win
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/2/2012
Seirin's game continues against Seiho with neither team giving up points. Kuroko and Kagami are pulled after the first quarter, to preserve their strength. Can their team mates bring home the victory?
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- 8.2/10193 votes
#10 - I Can't Have That
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/10/2012
Kuroko has rejoined the game in the final moments, but it seems that one of the players has him figured out. Seirin is playing hard, but if they win, will they have the strength to play a 2nd game
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- 8.2/10188 votes
#11 - That's Not It
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/17/2012
Seirin is holding their own against Shutoku, but in the 2nd half Midorima and Takao’s abilities are unleashed, shutting down Seirin’s game completely
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- 8.0/10186 votes
#12 - What Is "Victory"
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/24/2012
The pressure of the game is causing Kagami skills to rapidly increase; he continues to score keeping Seirin in the game. But his thoughts are turning darker and self-serving
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- 8.6/10207 votes
#13 - I Believed in You
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 7/1/2012
With only 10 minutes left, Seirin is in trouble. Kagami has run out of gas and Midorima shows no sign of stopping. Kuroko is back in the game with a new, but dangerous pass.
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- 7.5/10186 votes
#14 - You Look Just Like Him
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 7/8/2012
After an awkward dinner involving rival basketball teams, Kuroko happens upon a dog that looks just like him. The dog quickly gathered favor with everybody except for one.
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- 7.5/10175 votes
#15 - Don't Make Me Laugh
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 7/15/2012
Kuroko explains part of the history of the "Generation of Miracle" to Kagami.
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- 7.8/10170 votes
#16 - Let's Go
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 7/22/2012
Even without Aomine, Touou Academy is dominating against Seirin. It is an uphill battle against Touou Academy individual style of play and the genius of Satsuki.
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- 7.8/10169 votes
#17 - You're All Ridiculous
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 7/29/2012
In a few minutes of play, Aomie has demonstrated why he is a force to be reckoned with, with Kuroko benched in the 2nd half, will the team be able to hold Aomie off?
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- 8.0/10175 votes
#18 - No!!
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 8/5/2012
Aomie is unstoppable, but Serin hasn't given up yet. But with Kagami pulled in the last few minutes, can the team play without him?
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- 7.2/10170 votes
#19 - On to a New Challenge
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 8/19/2012
The only thing you can do is pick yourself up and move on. Some can move on faster, while others wallow in their own darkness. A new beginning and an old friend is what needed to pick the team back up.
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- 7.5/10171 votes
#20 - I Don't Want to Be
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 8/19/2012
Kiyoshi has a plan for Kuroko and Kagami to get them over their slump. Kuroko, on the other hand, think he needs to be pulled.
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- 7.6/10176 votes
#21 - Let's Get Started
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 8/26/2012
The training camp from hell has begun.
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- 7.6/10170 votes
#22 - I'll Win Even If It Kills Me
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 9/2/2012
The training camp is over and everyone has learned something about themselves. But the team is not ready to leave yet, as there is a game happening: Kaijo vs Touou, Kise Ryota vs Aomine Daiki.
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- 7.9/10171 votes
#23 - I'm Not Mature!
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 9/9/2012
Kise copy technique has lead Kaijo to take the early lead. With Touou keeping pace, Aomine is enjoying the pressure and is getting better each minute.
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- 8.7/10204 votes
#24 - Don't Get the Wrong Idea
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 9/16/2012
Touou Academy has not stolen the game like expected. If they can’t break away, Kise will finally reach full potential.
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- 8.8/10219 votes
#25 - Our Basketball
Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 9/23/2012
The game has reached a fever pitch and some of the players are about to break. Can Kise keep up copy of Aomine or will Aomine finally be able to go all out.
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The Best Episodes of Kuroko's Basketball Season 1
Every episode of Kuroko's Basketball Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Kuroko's Basketball Season 1!
In the story, Kagami Taiga has just enrolled into Seirin High School when he meets Kuroko Tetsuya of the school's basketball team. Kuroko happens to...
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"I Am Kuroko" is the best rated episode of "Kuroko's Basketball" season 1. It scored 7.8/10 based on 309 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 4/8/2012. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "I'm Serious".