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Slam Dunk: Story, Chapters and Where to Read

Slam Dunk (1990): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Slam Dunk (1990) is a award winning, sports manga by Inoue, Takehiko. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 9.09/10 from 89,284 ratings.

What is Slam Dunk about?

Hanamichi Sakuragi, a tall, boisterous teenager with flame-red hair and physical strength beyond his years, is eager to put an end to his rejection streak of 50 and finally score a girlfriend as he begins his first year of Shohoku High. However, his reputation for delinquency and destructiveness precedes him, and most of his fellow students subsequently avoid him like the plague. As his first day of school ends, he is left with two strong thoughts: "I hate basketball" and "I need a girlfriend."

Key details

Slam Dunk spans 276 chapters across 31 volumes, status: finished. Publication: Sep 18, 1990 to Jun 4, 1996.

Where to read Slam Dunk

Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.

Frequently asked questions

What is Slam Dunk about?

Hanamichi Sakuragi, a tall, boisterous teenager with flame-red hair and physical strength beyond his years, is eager to put an end to his rejection streak of 50 and finally score a girlfriend as he begins his first year of Shohoku High. However, his

Is Slam Dunk finished?

Its publication status is: Finished.

What is the MAL rating of Slam Dunk?

Slam Dunk is rated 9.09/10 on MyAnimeList.

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