Ep. 68: Hanamichi Sakuragi Scores in Response to Ryonan's Opening Goal
Aired on May 27, 1995

The match begins with Ryonan successfully scoring the first points of the game. In response, Shohoku's Hanamichi Sakuragi immediately answers by scoring a basket of his own. This sequence highlights the early competitive exchange between the two teams, as Hanamichi works to balance the score after Ryonan's initial advantage. The narrative focuses on these specific scoring events without delving into broader game strategies or outcomes beyond this immediate back-and-forth action.
Episodes
- Ep. 64 · King Kainan Demonstrates Its Abilities During the Match
- Ep. 65 · Uozumi receives a technical foul after objecting to the referee's call during the match
- Ep. 66 · The team discovers Hanamichi's quick action saved Coach Anzai's life
- Ep. 67 · The long-awaited match between Shohoku and Ryonan finally begins.
- Ep. 68 · Hanamichi Sakuragi Scores in Response to Ryonan's Opening Goal
- Ep. 69 · The tied Ryonan game intensifies as the score remains two to two
- Ep. 70 · Akagi's Performance Hindered by Foot Injury After Collision
- Ep. 71 · Hanamichi Remains Motionless After Being Thrown Down by Uozumi
- Ep. 72 · Ryonan targets Hanamichi's weak defense to pass to Fukuda