“I’m tensai Sakuragi Hanamichi. I’m going to play basketball, because I’m the best basketball player.” ~Hanamichi Sakuragi
“It’s not too late to change ourselves and have a meaningful life.” ~Hanamichi Sakuragi
“Basics are important. Isn’t that right, Gori?” ~Hanamichi Sakuragi
“It’s spring on the outside, but my heart is in the middle of winter.” ~Hanamichi Sakuragi
“You guys’ common knowldege about basketball, doesn’t work against me… Because I’m just an amateur.” ~Hanamichi Sakuragi
2. Haruko Akagi
“Even geniuses make mistakes.” ~Haruko
“No one can ever know how to do everything without learning it first.” ~Haruko
3. Ryota Miyagi
“Keep practicing, never let somebody tell you you’re too small or too slow.” ~Ryota Miyagi
“I want to make the basketball team strong… To win the match… If this is able to make her happy, then I’ll be satisfied.” ~Ryota Miyagi
4. Rukawa
“I don’t forgive those who disturb my sleep no matter who they are.” ~Rukawa
“Let me tell you something: basketball isn’t math.” ~Rukawa
“Everyone knows that an amateur like you will make mistakes. Like paying taxes, it’s unavoidable.” ~Rukawa
“If you don’t want to be subbed, then follow me with your life.” ~Rukawa
“No matter what, I will be number 1. I’ll beat anyone who tries to stop me from achieving that.” ~Rukawa
5. Coach Anzai
“If you give up, that’s the end of the game.” ~Coach Anzai
“For an inadequate person… The path to reach a higher level… He must admit his poorness which is the first step.” ~Coach Anzai
“I didn’t want to put senseless pressure on everyone or affect the morale ! Because no matter who the opponent is, the most important part is still our own selves.” ~Coach Anzai
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