Slam Dunk Volume 1

The best-selling series from Eisner-nominated Takehiko Inoue — one of Japan’s greatest manga creators.

Winning isn’t everything in basketball, but who wants to come in second? It takes dedication, teamwork, and discipline to be the best, and the Shohoku High basketball team is determined to make their captain’s dream of reaching the finals come true. With just one last year to make it happen, the pressure is on — both on and off the court. 

Hanamichi Sakuragi has a reputation for fighting and rejection — fifty girls have turned him down, and his short temper doesn’t help. But when he meets Haruko Akagi, the girl of his dreams who introduces him to basketball, his world is changed forever. What starts as an awkward crush turns into a burning passion for the game — and maybe, just maybe, a shot at greatness. 

Slam Dunk is Takehiko Inoue’s legendary sports manga — a heartfelt, hilarious, and high-energy journey through youth, friendship, and competition.

• Created by Takehiko Inoue, Eisner-nominated manga artist
• Classic sports manga with humor, heart, and amazing artwork
• Follows Shohoku High’s journey to basketball glory
• Perfect for fans of sports and coming-of-age stories