Ep. 23: Kagami and Kuroko break Akashi's defense to score, leading to Akashi's identity crisis
Aired on June 14, 2015
Kagami struggles against Akashi's defensive zone until Kuroko acts as his eyes to intercept Akashi repeatedly. With teammate support, Kagami finally opens the door and scores, causing Akashi to exit the Zone. Rakuzan calls a timeout with five minutes remaining and a 92-90 score. Mayuzumi questions Akashi's identity, triggering an internal conflict with his alternate self. Akashi reflects on his original motivation to keep his team united, realizing he forgot why he sought victory. His two personalities appear to merge or switch places. Echoing his middle school declaration, Akashi Seijuro asserts his true name aloud, resolving his internal struggle as the game continues.
Episodes
- Ep. 19 · Kuroko watches Mayuzumi while Seirin struggles against Rakuzan's dominant lineup
- Ep. 20 · Kuroko and Kagami unite at Seirin High to challenge the Generation of Miracles
- Ep. 21 · Izuki disrupts Hayama's offense while Hyuga learns to counter Reo's shots
- Ep. 22 · Hyuga returns to play while Akashi enters the zone alone as Seirin trails Rakuzan 90-78.
- Ep. 23 · Kagami and Kuroko break Akashi's defense to score, leading to Akashi's identity crisis
- Ep. 24 · The narrative reveals that the individual in question was the person involved in the situation.
- Ep. 25 · The episode titled Many Times Over currently lacks a descriptive synopsis.