The BEST episodes of Slam Dunk season 2
Every episode of Slam Dunk season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Slam Dunk season 2!
Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman, holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a delinquent. One day, a girl named Haruko Akagi approaches Hanamichi without any fear. When she asks Hanamichi "do you like basketball?" Hanamichi falls head over heels for the girl of his dreams. Without missing a beat, Hanamichi tells her he loves basketball, and the two head to the gymnasium where Hanamichi learns about the slam dunk. He also learns of Rukawa, one of the country's top basketball prospects, also a freshman at Shohoku.
#1 - The Beginning of Interhigh Preliminaries
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/28/1994
The tournament is finally making its approach. Sakuragi is anxious to play against Sendo again, but Shohoku will have to deal with Miuradai first.
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#2 - Sakuragi's Confinement's Secret Weapon
Season 2 - Episode 26 - Aired 1/21/1995
Takato seemed to have devised the perfect plan to counter-attack against Sakuragi, which is sending in the extremely small and weak Miyamasu. In an unbelievable turn around, the plan worked in which Sakuragi was horrible embarassed, allowing Kainan to widen the gap. Rukawa however, seems to be heating up.
#3 - Miscalculation!? Hanamichi at His Best!
Season 2 - Episode 25 - Aired 1/14/1995
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.
#5 - Takezono, Last Fight
Season 2 - Episode 23 - Aired 12/24/1994
The match between Takezono and Kainan starts. Kainan only put in two starters the entire game, but it seemed like it was enough to take care of their opponents. That wasn't Takezono's only problem; Oda's injury remains ignorant to everyone but Yohko and Sakuragi, and it's clearly affecting his ability to play.
#6 - The Guy Who Pledged to Defeat Kainan
Season 2 - Episode 22 - Aired 12/17/1994
Sakuragi skips practice in order to investigate on why Yohko was acting so strangely. When they get to Takezono, he is immediately met by hordes of girls who misjudge his delinquent looks as someone who came to beat up Oda in order to Sabotage Takezono's chances of beating Kainan.
#7 - Challenge from a Rival
Season 2 - Episode 21 - Aired 12/10/1994
Shohoku has defeated Shoyo, and Sakuragi is quick to spread the word, especially after his ferocious slam dunk on Hanagata. It seems like Oda, a person that went to the same junior high as him, is going to be facing Kainan. They're also hoping to pull off an upset victory like Shohoku has.
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#8 - Hanamichi, Hot Dunk
Season 2 - Episode 20 - 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.
#9 - Imminent Walkout!? Hanamichi's Pinch
Season 2 - Episode 19 - 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.
#10 - Mitsui! Stormy 3 Points
Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 11/3/1994
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?
#11 - Has Mitsui Reached His Limit!?
Season 2 - Episode 17 - 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?
#12 - Shoyo Ace Fujima's Real Ability
Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 10/15/1994
Fujima is leading a strong charge for Shoyo against Shohoku, taking the lead once again. Though Shohoku has other problems besides Fujima; Mitsui is already very tired. Will Kogure be able to take his place?
#13 - Shoyo Coach Enters the Court
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 10/14/1994
Driven hard by by Rukawa's offense and Sakuragi's rebounding, Fujima comes off the bench to lead his team to victory.
#14 - Hanamichi the Genius shows off!
Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 10/1/1994
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.
#15 - Lightning Flash Ryota!
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/24/1994
With Rukawa taking the heat off of the rest of the team, Miyagi gets a chance to show off his skills as a point guard and his speed on the court.
#16 - Rukawa's Counterattack!
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/17/1994
With the the Shohoku offense stalled by Shoyo's defense, Rukawa takes it upon himself to lead the offensive charge.
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#17 - Hanamichi's First Start
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/10/1994
Anzai-sensei decides to start Sakuragi, much to everyone's shock. He figures that with his height and drive he'll be the perfect weapon to use against Shoyo.
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#18 - A Well Seeded School, Enter Shoyo
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/3/1994
Sakuragi is still upset at Akagi for telling him a false technique in defense, and tries harder the next game against Tsukubu. While he gets fouled out, he's improving rather quickly, and he'll need it against a powerhouse team like Shoyo, who's the second ranking team in the tournament.
#19 - Hot Blooded Guys
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/27/1994
Mitsui got himself caught up in a fight between Ryo and Tetsuo, and was eventually beaten himself. However, an unlikely Sakuragi pops out of nowhere, and comes to aid his teammate when trying to get to the gym.
#20 - Gorilla's Initiation, Kill with Your Eyes!
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/20/1994
Sakuragi and his fouling troubles continue. He unconsciously went to Akagi's house for help, and in order to help Sakuragi a little bit, Akagi gives him one piece of advice... instill his opponents with fear using his eyes. Sakuragi takes this too literally, with predictable results.
#21 - Walkout King!? Sakuragi's Righteousness
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/6/1994
Shohoku's next match is against Gohoku. While they have been exceeding almost everyone's expectations, Sakuragi continues to be laughed at for his nonsensical and pointless fouls. He starts to realize that he might not be so great after all.
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#22 - Genius Hanamichi! Deadly Dunk
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/16/1994
Miuradai started gaining control of the game, until Nato started finally guarding Rukawa instead of Sakuragi. Rukawa exploited his weakness, and this caused an instant shift, favouring Shohoku.
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#23 - The Introspective Army's Big Counterattack
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/25/1994
With four of Shohoku's best players finally entering in the game, the tables turn quickly as they narrow the lead down to only 2. Sakuragi was hacked on a play, giving him two shots at the freethrow line. Though things were tough for him, as nervousness broke his concentration, and his imagination started running wild.
#24 - Hanamichi! Pennant Race Debut
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/18/1994
The match starts, and Anzai refuses to put Sakuragi, Rukawa, Mitsui, and Miyagi, in the starting line-up. For what reason? As punishment for fighting. Will Anzai keep it like this for the entire game?
#25 - I Want to Play Basketball!
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/21/1994
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.
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