Ep. 21: Ryota Miyagi returns to basketball while Ayako investigates with Sakuragi, sparking jealousy.
Aired on March 26, 1994

Ryota Miyagi resumes playing basketball following an injury sustained during a fight. Ayako learns of his return and decides to investigate the situation, bringing Sakuragi along for the task. Miyagi, who harbors romantic feelings for Ayako, misinterprets their presence as a date. This misunderstanding causes him to become immediately jealous of Sakuragi. The narrative focuses on the tension between the two males as they navigate this awkward social dynamic. The story explores whether Miyagi and Sakuragi can find a way to coexist peacefully despite Miyagi's romantic misconceptions and the resulting rivalry.
Episodes
- Ep. 17 · Sakuragi Hanamichi Faces Distress as Ryonan Leads Shohoku by Three Points
- Ep. 18 · Sendoh Takes the Game Seriously as Shohoku Improves
- Ep. 19 · The final match against Ryonan arrives as Shohoku faces defeat
- Ep. 20 · Haruko accompanies Sakuragi to the sports shop for new basketball shoes after his old pair was damaged during practice.
- Ep. 21 · Ryota Miyagi returns to basketball while Ayako investigates with Sakuragi, sparking jealousy.
- Ep. 22 · An unexpected positive outcome prevents a collision between Miyagi and Sakuragi
- Ep. 23 · A former Shohoku member returns with a grievance, threatening the team's future.
- Ep. 24 · Sakuragi's Gang Arrives to Support Him in the Fight for Justice
- Ep. 25 · Mitsui continues fighting after defeat while Akagi arrives and Kogure reveals his past