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moteamasu kodou ni
tsukinukete'ku BAD NEWS
midarenai machi no kokyuu
mune no naka no koukishin dake ga sawagidasu
zettai ni daremo ayatsurenai
yume wo daite ashita wo tataku
toki no nagare hamidashite
kaze wo kanji ikite-itai
Set me free towa no nemuri e to
tadoritsuku ni wa mada haya-sugite
shakunetsu iro no manazashi de
BOROBORO ni naru made kakenukete yaru
[Shohoku basketball team entered the National Competition for the first time.]
[This incredible effort made the basketball team the hottest topic for everyone in the school.]
[All the girls were attracted to Rukawa and gave attention to him,]
[which made Sakuragi more jealous of Rukawa.]
[With Haruko's sincere encouragement,]
[Sakuragi has re-ignited his competitive nature.]
[Afterwards, to fulfill the Shohoku team's goal to conquer the nation,]
[they began their practice.]
[During this difficult practice,]
[nobody knows the hidden thought deep inside Rukawa's heart.]
Slam Dunk #86 Rukawa's Ambition
Where were you, Rukawa and why were you so late?
Regulations say that the freshmen have to come in early to clean up before practice.
Bastard... Don't get cocky...
What?!
What's your problem, looking at me like that?
Enough, Sakuragi-kun, stop yelling.
You just got here yourself...
I don't think you have the right to complain.
What did you say?
N-nothing....
We should work together, Sakuragi-kun.
We're all teammates.
Sakuragi-kun and Rukawa-kun are freshmen like us.
However, they are already regular members of the team.
Honestly, I really envy you.
But I really feel that we're fortunate because of your great ability...
...and that you're our teammates.
Maybe, someday, I could play together with Sakuragi-kun and Rukawa-kun in a match.
Whenever I think that playing a match with you,
I get excited.
You're right...
I have to practice harder too.
Yeah, me too.
S-Sakuragi-kun...
You guys deserve a compliment.
Even though I'm so much better than you guys...
..and being so different, your spirit still deserves a compliment.
But,
only common people need to practice hard.
Even though, it doesn't matter how hard you try,
you cannot reach the level of this genius Sakuragi, but...
Let me tell you something.
It won't take you too long to reach Rukawa's level.
Of course, you haven't succeeded if you're satisfied when you reach his level.
You big moron, don't just make noise, hurry and clean up.
What did you say, Rukawa!?
You're the one who came in late, so don't talk like that.
Stop it, don't be like that... You're the one who came in late, so don't talk like that.
Stop it, don't be like that...
Sakuragi-kun, don't be like that.
Go away, let go of me!
That's enough, Sakuragi-kun!
Yayoi-kun...
59 teams already entered the National Competition.
Why are you still asking to interview Sendoh from Ryonan?
I'm not crazy.
It's true that Sendoh is an exceptional basketball player,
but he is only famous within Kanagawa, isn't that right?
If you compare him against the top players in the national level,
I don't think he'd be very high.
Boss...!
Sendoh-kun's performance on the court is skillful enough to compare with Maki in Kainan.
As for you comparison,
Sendoh-kun is as skilled as the best player in this nation.
That's just how it is.
I could guarantee...
But, Ryonan isn't representing Kanagawa.
Their team lost and so has Sendoh.
Regardless of the reason, this is something you can't change.
But...
I am telling you one more time...
People only want to read about potential players that had entered the national competition.
I could tell you clearly...
Beside this, no matter what you write...
I won't accept it.
Accepted or not, do as you like.
I will not change my mind.
Yayoi-kun!
You're being too stubborn.
This is my only strong talent.
What is the matter with Aida-senpai?
The way she's standing up for that player is unusual...
Of course...
Sendoh's performance is carved inside her mind now.
I could understand how Aida-san feels.
Even tough he won't be able to play in Inter-high tournament,
She still wants the fans in the nation
to know of an incredible player named Sendoh Akira.
That's how she feels.
Plus, Sendoh-kun is so handsome, it's amazing...
Women are really troublesome.
What did you say?
I didn't say anything.
What's wrong, Aida-san? You're different than you used to be.
I said it back then, but I have no confidence in myself now.
Maybe what boss said is right...
People are interested in the Inter-high Competition now.
Regardless of how good Sendoh-kun's talent was,
they still have no chance to see him play at the National Competition.
I don't know...
If I was a basketball fan,
I'd say a good player is still a good player.
Regardless of whether he is in the competition or not, I still want to understand him better.
I'm sorry, I'm being naive.
That's why I don't get better.
Nakamura-kun
Yes?
You said something interesting, which is rare...
Regardless of what other people say, incredible people are incredible,
and I've chosen Sendoh-kun.
It doesn't have to be related to Inter-high.
Also...
The one who was at about the same level, Shohoku's super rookie Rukawa-kun,
can show his true strength at the National Competition.
Well, what do you think, does it sound like fun?
Yes, it could be...
Nakamura-kun, you've matured a bit as a writer, you think?
Is that right?
Thanks to you, I have regained my confidence.
Yes, I will not fail.
I will show people the spirit of the women of Osaka.
That's the spirit Yayoi-san.
I think we could make it on time if we left right now.
Let's go, Nakamura-kun.
Wait a minute... where are you going?
We have a meeting with the boss today.
A-Aida-san...
Akagi,
if we had lost to Ryonan last time,
we wouldn't be able to continue playing basketball.
We'd be studying for college.
When seniors lose during the summer preliminaries,
they automatically replace the team with new blood.
Retire...
In these three years, I had placed my effort toward basketball.
How could my mind change that easily...
I think that, within these three years, desiring the impossible...
As I recall the painful experience from losing the games...
So, within this month, before the National Competition,
in order to not to have any regrets,
we must do our very best.
Regardless how difficult it is, this is our last month.
That's why, we must use this important time wisely.
Sorry, sorry! I'm late.
This guy will certainly not stop and will continue playing 'till winter.
Well, I'll work hard.
I think it's because Mitsui wants to catch up with the time wasted in the past.
Maybe...
Let's go.
Oh, wait a minute!
Hey, I'll right there, Akagi!
Nakamura-kun, we don't have much time.
Hurry up!
Wait a minute, Aida-san...
Alright, is everyone here?
Umm..
One person isn't here yet.
Sendoh isn't here.
Well...
What I want to talk you about is...
The 3rd year players...
or maybe just Ikegami and I...
As of today, we will retire from Ryonan basketball team.
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Re-Retire?
Uozumi-san, do you really mean that you're both going to retire?
Right.
Ikegami and I,
our 3rd year's summer has finished.
The qualifier matches are also over for the year.
Since we lost, that was the last game for us.
If we won that game...
We would be able to delay our retirement.
Why is it like this, both of you retiring so early?
Our match with Shohoku and Kainan was a loss by only a few points...
We have done our best effort to win 'till the end...
Regardless what the result was...
We had done all we could, therefore we have no regrets.
But...
I thought, Uozumi-san, that you would stay 'till the new try out.
There are a lot of 3rd year students who play until winter in other schools.
The reason is...
I've made a promise,
with my father.
I've turned 18 so, it's time for me to begin my work.
That was my promise to my father when I was little.
Because, I'm the only one to inherit and carry on the business.
What kind of work is it?
That is my dream....
To become a chef.
A chef?
Uozumi-san's father is a chef...
I get it, that's why your name is Uozumi.
Although, we weren't able to achieve our dream at this time...
but next time, you all...
Next time
You guys must...
E-Enter the Nationals...
Uozumi-san...
It is your turn now.
You guys must enter the National Competition next time.
So much clearer and simpler...
Yes understood!
Start practicing right?
Sister...?
What are you doing here?
Sister, you came for nothing.
Sendoh-san has not come here yet.
Sister, you make too much noise saying "Sendoh-san, Sendoh-san" all day long.
Hikoichi...
I understand now. Aida-san is interested in Sendoh-san for a personal reason.
No... what did you say Nakamura-kun!? It's only for work.
Sendoh-kun is the top player in the nation.
We came here because we want to interview him.
This guy
doesn't like interviews. He won't answer your questions.
No one could understand what he really has in mind.
If you want to know about the incredible power he had....
I think you'd have to play with him to feel it.
He isn't totally grown yet...
What will happen to the Ryonan Basketball team in the future...
Even I don't know.
But our new captain, Sendoh-san, still isn't here to guide us.
Do we alright?
I can retire in peace because he's here.
Therefore, you guys don't have to worry.
If anyone could compare with him, that one would be...
Shohoku's Rukawa.
Pass Rukawa!
You learn a lesson, Rukawa?
Rukawa...
Though he is only a freshman,
I really couldn't wait to see Rukawa's performance at the National Competition.
We must watch closely....
A real brother and sister.
Shohoku...
If you ever lose in the National Competition
I definitely will not forgive you, Akagi.
Sister, you have to work hard.
You should really learn from Sendoh-kun, Hikoichi.
Right, I know that...
Bye, Uozumi-kun.
Good luck to your work.
Thank you very much.
Why'd your face turn red like a tomato?
Today is really a pity...
Why don't you interview him?
I don't think he needs me to introduce him to the public.
I believe that in the near future,
Sendoh-kun will become well known all over the nation.
Oh no, while talking about Shohoku,
I forgot to mention another important person.
Seems like everyone's in much higher spirits.
Why do only I have to stay here to practice the basic dribble?
Beginners have no right to complain.
Do your best, Sakuragi-kun.
Haruko-san...
Yes, I am working hard now.
Genius Sakuragi, always.
But, Rukawa-kun is not here today.
Normally Rukawa-kun is the one who's always here to practice...
His attitude today doesn't seem the same...
Kogure-senpai...
Rukawa seems like he's thinking hard...
But it's possible for him to go home early to study.
Is it because of pressure?
His scores at the competition is really something else.
If it's the whole nation, it may be hard to predict...
He is only a freshman, after all.
Will he be able calmly display his true skill?
I don't think it'll be a problem. He will be alright.
That's right, he isn't the kind of person that's nervous, there's nothing he can't take.
Simply speaking, he will not run away from pressure.
Ayako-san.
Maybe he...
You be quiet and keep practicing!
I really think Rukawa-kun is hard to understand...
-The goal of being the champion of the nation ignited the morale of Shohoku.
-As for Ryonan, Sendoh has taken over Uozumi’s title as captain.
-Leading his team to make their incomplete dream come true...
-Stepping forward to focus themselves in the future.
-But the road that Rukawa plans to take...
-is very unpredictable.
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