10.0/103 votesLoading...#1 - Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion
Season 1 Episode 59 - Aired 3/11/1995
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.
Director: Masayuki Akehi
Writer: N/A
9.5/102 votesLoading...#2 - SLAM DUNK!
Season 1 Episode 101 - Aired 3/23/1996
The battle between the combo team and Shohoku has reached its climax, and the one deciding its conclusion is Sakuragi with a Slam Dunk. Though Shohoku has more important things to look forward to, such as the Inter High Tournament.
Director: N/A
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9.3/103 votesLoading...#3 - Sakuragi Hanamichi comes to rescue!
Season 1 Episode 68 - Aired 5/27/1995
Due to Fukuda's terrible defense and Sakuragi's equally atrocious offense, Taoka thought it'd be a harmless idea to match Fukuda up with him. However, it seems that the entire gym was in for a surprise as Sakuragi showed off his jumper.
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9.3/103 votesLoading...#4 - The greatest shame of one's life
Season 1 Episode 72 - Aired 7/1/1995
Ryonan's offense was concentrated around Fukuda, who has been constantly defeating Sakuragi. He was forced to sit out, sulking to himself of being beaten fair and square. While Sakuragi was defeated, Shohoku wasn't, as Mitsui's three pointers pulled his team back within range of Ryonan.
Director: N/A
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9.3/103 votesLoading...#5 - Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi shows off!
Season 1 Episode 82 - Aired 10/21/1995
Mitsui collapsed due to exhaustion, and while his lost presence was dire for Shohoku, they remained formidable behind Sakuragi's strong play.
Director: N/A
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9.3/103 votesLoading...#6 - Win or Lose
Season 1 Episode 84 - Aired 11/4/1995
Kogure's 3 pointer put Shohoku up, but Sendoh wouldn't let his team get defeated so easily.
Director: N/A
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9.1/10262 votesLoading...#7 - Hanamichi, Hot Dunk
Season 1 Episode 46 - Aired 12/3/1994
Thanks to a basket from Rukawa, Shohoku has finally taken the lead in a critical time. Sakuragi, wanting to feel important, jumped up at the same time as two opposing Shoyo players as he was going for the dunk. It seems like Sakuragi's long desire to perform a slam dunk will be fulfilled.
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9.0/103 votesLoading...#8 - The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!?
Season 1 Episode 53 - Aired 1/28/1995
Shohoku isn't about to let their chances slip away against Kainan, however, things quickly changed when Akagi injured his ankle, forcing Sakuragi to take over his spot as center.
Director: N/A
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9.0/103 votesLoading...#9 - King Kong, Younger Brother
Season 1 Episode 54 - Aired 2/4/1995
Sakuragi did a pretty good job of filling in for Akagi, though it was Rukawa who pushed Shohoku into a fierce comeback against Kainan. He single handedly brought Shohoku back within five points.
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9.0/103 votesLoading...#10 - Stubborn Guys!
Season 1 Episode 58 - Aired 3/4/1995
Shohoku and Kainan refuse to give up on each other with the match going back and forth like a see saw.
Director: N/A
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9.0/103 votesLoading...#11 - Sendoh's scheme
Season 1 Episode 66 - Aired 5/13/1995
Shohoku's representatives rush to Anzai's aid, and are surprised at how efficiently Sakuragi acquired a doctor. Meanwhile, Kainan was too strong for Ryonan and Sendoh to handle. They'll have to do better now that they're up against Shohoku.
Director: N/A
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9.0/103 votesLoading...#12 - Peak performance
Season 1 Episode 75 - Aired 7/22/1995
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 sit out with four fouls.
Director: N/A
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9.0/102 votesLoading...#13 - The one who brought forth a miracle - Sakuragi!
Season 1 Episode 100 - Aired 3/9/1996
Fujima starts passing more and shooting less 3 pointers, giving hims teammates more open looks and easy opportunities to score. But is it enough to overcome Shohoku?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/10145 votesLoading...#14 - Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?
Season 1 Episode 43 - Aired 10/22/1994
Shohoku's problems continue piling up. Mitsui can't get a 3 pointer to go in, forcing all the burden on Rukawa. Plus, Sakuragi is on the brink of fouling out, one more and he's gone. Is this the end for Shohoku?
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8.7/10185 votesLoading...#15 - Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch
Season 1 Episode 45 - Aired 11/26/1994
While Mitsui has increased his efficiency during the game, Sakuragi still faces the brink of being dismissed. After a few destructive words from Rukawa, Sakuragi is fueled with fire.
Director: N/A
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8.7/103 votesLoading...#16 - The One that Dominates the Game
Season 1 Episode 55 - Aired 2/11/1995
Rukawa's strong performance made it seem like Shohoku has a chance of winning, but what got everyone's attention was when Akagi came back from the locker room.
Director: N/A
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8.7/103 votesLoading...#17 - Anzai, Bet on Victory!
Season 1 Episode 57 - Aired 2/25/1995
Anzai formulated a plan to destroy Kainan's formidable backcourt combo of Jin and Maki by playing zone defense, and their offense started crumbling. Sakuragi, when shooting from the free throw line, decided to shoot it differently by throwing up a granny shot.
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8.7/103 votesLoading...#18 - The final battle!
Season 1 Episode 67 - Aired 5/20/1995
One of the more exciting matches in the tournament is about to start, as it's Ryonan vs. Shohoku. Though people have already been speculating Shohoku's chances of a victory, as their coach is absent, resting himself in the hospital.
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8.7/103 votesLoading...#19 - Gorilla revives!
Season 1 Episode 71 - Aired 6/17/1995
It seems that things are back to normal psychologically for Shohoku as Sakuragi wasn't as raged as expected by his friends, and Akagi finally solved some internal problems. The true match is about to start.
Director: N/A
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8.7/103 votesLoading...#20 - You guys are strong!
Season 1 Episode 77 - Aired 8/12/1995
Uozumi has to sit out due to his fouls, which causes Akagi to dominate the paint and score easy baskets.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/103 votesLoading...#21 - Shohoku's problems
Season 1 Episode 80 - Aired 9/2/1995
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/103 votesLoading...#22 - Sendoh attacks! Shohoku loses
Season 1 Episode 81 - Aired 9/23/1995
Sendoh's strong offensive play continues to push Ryonan closer to Shohoku, and their defensive stops aren't allowing Shohoku to score any points.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/103 votesLoading...#23 - Kogure's determination
Season 1 Episode 83 - Aired 10/28/1995
Kogure spotted up for a 3 pointer. During the ball's journey there to the net, Kogure gets flashbackes of the basketball trials he faced to get to the position he's currently at.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/103 votesLoading...#24 - Going toward 20000 shoots
Season 1 Episode 93 - Aired 1/20/1996
Anzai decides to incorporate Sakuragi into the Shohoku offense, making him go through rigorous shooting training.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/103 votesLoading...#25 - Basketball Shoes Part II
Season 1 Episode 96 - Aired 2/10/1996
Sakuragi has been working hard for the past months to improve his basketball skills, but as a result, his shoes have torn. He visits none other than the man that gave him his first shoes.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Slam Dunk
Every episode of Slam Dunk ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Slam Dunk!
Sakuragi Hanamichi is a junior high punk used to getting into fights and being rejected by girls but upon entering high school he meets the...
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Best Episodes Summary
"Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion" is the best rated episode of "Slam Dunk". It scored 10/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Masayuki Akehi and written by N/A, it aired on 3/11/1995. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "SLAM DUNK!".