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The Best Episodes of Slam Dunk Season 1

Every episode of Slam Dunk Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Slam Dunk Season 1!

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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 girl of his dreams, Haruko Akagi. He will do anything

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 59 - Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion
    9.7/10(2027 votes)

    S1:E59

    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:Unknown

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  2. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 46 - Hanamichi, Hot Dunk
    9.5/10(952 votes)

    S1:E46

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 84 - Win or Lose
    9.5/10(947 votes)

    S1:E84

    Kogure's 3 pointer put Shohoku up, but Sendoh wouldn't let his team get defeated so easily.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 101 - SLAM DUNK!
    9.4/10(894 votes)

    S1:E101

    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:Hiroyuki Kakudou
    Writer:Nobuaki Kishima

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  5. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 55 - The One that Dominates the Game
    9.3/10(731 votes)

    S1:E55

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 58 - Stubborn Guys!
    9.2/10(710 votes)

    S1:E58

    Shohoku and Kainan refuse to give up on each other with the match going back and forth like a see saw.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 54 - King Kong, Younger Brother
    9.1/10(717 votes)

    S1:E54

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 19 - Time Up! The Ryonan Game Is Over
    8.9/10(796 votes)

    S1:E19

    Although Shohoku has lost the game, Sakuragi played very well for his first game. Sakuragi and Rukawa vowed that in their next game with Ryonan, they will beat Sendoh.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 45 - Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch
    8.8/10(354 votes)

    S1:E45

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 57 - Anzai, Bet on Victory!
    8.8/10(346 votes)

    S1:E57

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 82 - Amateur Sakuragi Hanamichi shows off!
    8.8/10(311 votes)

    S1:E82

    Mitsui collapsed due to exhaustion, and while his lost presence was dire for Shohoku, they remained formidable behind Sakuragi's strong play.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 83 - Kogure's determination
    8.8/10(228 votes)

    S1:E83

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 44 - Mitsui! Stormy 3 Points
    8.6/10(244 votes)

    S1:E44

    Mitsui, reminiscing upon the past, gets the energy to play and lead his team. In just a matter of time, he scored 9 consecutive points thanks to his impressive shooting, but is it enough to overcome Shoyo?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 53 - The Gorilla's Injury! Desperate Situation!?
    8.6/10(229 votes)

    S1:E53

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 88 - The basketball kingdom - United States of America
    8.6/10(239 votes)

    S1:E88

    Rukawa pleads to Anzai about his decision to play in America, though he rejects the idea. Rukawa is told the emotional story of Yazawa, a person like him who flew over to America in order to face better competition.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 75 - Peak performance
    8.5/10(231 votes)

    S1:E75

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 24 - The Allies of Justice, Sakuragi's Army Visits
    8.4/10(308 votes)

    S1:E24

    After Ayako was slapped by one of the invading students, Miyagi joined in the fight, as well as Rukawa. However, Tetsuo easily took both of them down. Sakuragi steps up to the plate, outnumbered. Things change when Sakuragi's friends appear in an unlikely fashion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 51 - Outside Accounts!? Hanamichi at His Best!
    8.4/10(194 votes)

    S1:E51

    The match between Shohoku and Kainan has been tight and intense all the way through, but it was Sakuragi who stood out the most with his cocky attitude and amazing athleticism. However, Kainan's coach is planning something to get Sakuragi off the court.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 68 - Sakuragi Hanamichi comes to rescue!
    8.4/10(218 votes)

    S1:E68

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 100 - The one who brought forth a miracle - Sakuragi!
    8.4/10(267 votes)

    S1:E100

    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:Tetsuharu Nakamura
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 3 - Gorilla vs. Hanamichi! Big Showdown!
    8.3/10(381 votes)

    S1:E3

    When Hanamichi calls basketball a 'dumb game', the captain of the basketball team challenges him because Hanamichi had made fun of his favorite game of all!

    Director:Junji Shimizu
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 27 - I Want to Play Basketball!
    8.3/10(279 votes)

    S1:E27

    After suffering through his horrible injury, Mitsui quit on basketball. Though two years later, in his attempt to sabotage Shohoku from participating in the tournament, his feelings for the sport are growing stronger once again.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 40 - Hanamichi the Genius shows off!
    8.3/10(205 votes)

    S1:E40

    With Mitsui's 3 point shot, Shohoku finally caught up with Shoyo. It seemed like Fujima had enough, but Hanagata asked him to trust him for a little while longer. Fujima made a good decision in trusting his star center, for Shoyo pulled away from Shohoku again, creating another 10 point deficit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 43 - Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?
    8.3/10(205 votes)

    S1:E43

    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?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Slam Dunk Season 1 Episode 70 - King Kong number two!
    8.3/10(215 votes)

    S1:E70

    In order to make Akagi come back to his senses, Sakuragi pulls off his cocky routine that more than motivates him back into playing normally.

    Director:Masayuki Akehi
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Last 10 Seconds! A Perfect Conclusion" is the best rated episode of "Slam Dunk" season 1. It scored 9.7/10 based on 2027 votes. Directed by Masayuki Akehi and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/11/1995. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Hanamichi, Hot Dunk".