Slam Dunk: Muguro

Chapter 184 With such a good waist, it would be a shame not to use it to carry bricks!

A week later, Saturday, Kanagawa National Gymnasium.

The stadium was filled with people, and the audience cheered and shouted one after another, cheering for the teams they supported.

Not long after, the two teams walked out of the player tunnel.

"Shoyo! Shoyo!"

Dong dong dong~ dong dong dong~
In the audience seats behind a banner that read "Fighting Spirit", Shoyo's reserve players banged their drink bottles hard and shouted in unison.

The Xiangyang cheerleading team wore the same uniform and had the same slogan, and each member held two identical large plastic bottles in their hands.

This has become the logo of the Xiangyang cheerleading team. I wonder if these plastic bottles can still be recycled?

The Shoyo cheerleading team is very capable, but the Shohoku cheerleading team is equally strong.

In the auditorium behind the banner with the words "Strive for Self-improvement", Kogure's personal guards also occupied one side of the auditorium.

The noise they made was no less powerful than that of the Shoyo cheerleading team.

In addition, in order to boost momentum, the Xiangbei school also specially organized a large number of students to serve as cheerleaders.

Therefore, Xiangbei's momentum is still slightly higher than that of Shoyo.

Don’t forget that Shohoku also has various family and friends groups, such as the Tokuo Horita trio), Haruko and her two besties, Sendoh, the Sakuragi Army, the mustache store manager, and so on.

When he saw Hasegawa, the mustache store manager quickly waved and shouted, "Hasegawa, you have to work hard too!"

Hasegawa was a frequent customer of his shop, so the two were naturally familiar with each other.

In the comics, Hasegawa sees Mitsui, who is in his decadent period, on the street. The package he is holding has the logo of the mustache manager's shop printed on it.

This detail did not appear in the animation.

"I will definitely work hard!"

Seeing the mustache-faced store manager, Hasegawa quickly waved his hand.

In fact, he didn't know if he had a chance to play, because even someone as strong as Hanagata didn't have the chance to play, let alone him.

Except for Fujima, Shoyo coach doesn't like other freshmen!
At this time, Sendoh, who was sitting nearby, saw Hasegawa.

When I saw her, I was immediately shocked by her beauty.

The two were of similar height and both had noticeably longer hair.

However, their hairstyles are completely different.

Hasegawa's hair is standing up, giving it a hedgehog-like feel, which is in stark contrast to Sendoh's flowing middle-parted hair.

To put it simply, it is the difference between a hedgehog head and a Kun Kun head.

At this moment, just like Columbus discovered the New World, Xiandao's eyes instantly lit up.

"This hairstyle is so unique, but it's a pity that he is so ugly, such a cool hairstyle is wasted!"

Xiandao couldn't help but complain.

"But it's mine from now on!"

Xiandao clapped his hands and immediately made up his mind.

He likes this hairstyle so much, it is unique and full of personality, and his looks can definitely support it.

Not to mention the hedgehog head, even a ramen head is fine.

He decided to have a good discussion with Hasegawa after the game and ask for details about the hedgehog head.

On the court, after warming up, players from both sides started to play.

Facing the powerful Shoyo, Coach Anzai finally sent out the strongest lineup, namely Akagi, Mugure, Yuho Ikeda, Mitsui and Nobuhiko Okamoto.

Center: Takenori Akagi, 197 cm, 90 kg, first grade.

Ohmae: Kogure Kiminobu, 184cm, 77kg, first grade
Komae: Yuho Ikeda, 185cm, 78kg, third grade.

Shooting guard: Mitsui Hisashi, 182cm, 73kg, freshman
Point guard: Nobuhiko Okamoto, 172 cm, 77 kg, first grade.

That’s right, Murasakibara has started to trouble the power forward again. From now on, he can brag like Rukawa Kaede.

There is no specific position, you can play in all five positions!
Over the past half a year, the height of Xiangbei players has more or less increased.

They are at the age that is most suitable for growing taller. A typical example is Ohkawada, who grew 25 centimeters in a year.

Among them, Mitsui unexpectedly grew to 182 cm and was able to play as a small forward.

In the plot years, Mitsui, who was either kicking trash cans or passively taking beatings, could grow to 184 cm, and his amount of exercise must have been far less than it is now.

If he continues to maintain this level, Mitsui may be taller than 184 cm in the future.

"Mugu, Mugu, you are awesome!"

When Murasakibara came on the stage, Murasakibara's personal guards responded in unison.

“How do they know I’m great?”

Mu Mu couldn't help but look down at his baggy shorts, fearing that someone would notice something.

Beauty is justice!

As the appearance ceiling of Shohoku, Murasakibara has exquisite facial features, upright figure, elegant temperament and firm eyes, thus becoming the 'first love male god' in the hearts of countless women.

The most important thing is that Murasakibara has both good looks and strength, especially his waist is in a good state, which allows him to perform various difficult moves.

With such a good waist, it would be a shame not to use it to carry bricks!

Murasakibara's popularity is similar to that of Rukawa Kaede.

How popular is Rukawa Kaede?

In 2023, Toei Animation launched 10 limited-edition new products related to the "Slam Dunk" movie, and the No. 11 Rukawa Kaede jersey is the most popular.

At the same time, Rukawa Kaede's figures were out of stock.

As the first generation sports god, Rukawa Kaede is more popular than imagined.

"Fujima! Fujima!"

At this time, countless girls were also cheering for Fujima.

Among the players present, Fujima's popularity is second only to Murasakibara.

In both teams, these two are the most popular players, and they are also the most handsome players in their respective teams.

As for Mitsui, who ranks third in terms of looks, he also has a lot of fans, but they are mostly male fans...

I am the third brother in society, and I have most male fans!
Xiangyang lineup
Center: Junichiro Nozawa, 191cm, 91kg, third grade
Ohmae: Taro Aso, 187cm, 82kg, third grade
Komae: Matsushima Ichiho, 180cm, 74kg, third grade
Shooting guard: Yuya Kimura, 177cm, 71kg, third grade
Point guard: Kenji Fujima, 175cm, 68kg, freshman
Like the county competition, Xiangyang's starting lineup did not change.

Poor Hanagata Toru, he is still sitting on the bench. For more than half a year, Hanagata has hardly appeared on stage.

If nothing unexpected happens, he will have to sit out another year until the plot year before he can become the team's starter.

Hanagata's strength during this period was not bad, and he had the level of a starting player for a strong team.

Unfortunately, the Shoyo coach prefers senior players.

Like Larry Brown, the Xiangyang coach believes that the freshmen (rookies) are clumsy, lack experience, and their skills are not mature enough.

As for why Fujima was able to play, it was mainly because when Shoyo coach went to other counties to recruit Fujima, he made a lot of promises on the spot.

This includes the starting berth.

Unlike Fujima, Hanagata chose to join the Shoyo team on his own initiative, which is like the difference between a male god and a bootlicker.

Other than that, the Xiangyang coach prefers the traditional inside line.

Beep~
After the game started, Akagi overpowered Junichiro Nozawa and won the jump ball.

Nobuhiko Okamoto dribbled the ball across half court and then passed it to Akagi who was in a low position.

bang~
Akagi tried to carry Junichiro Nozawa on his back, but the effect was not very good.

Junichiro Nozawa is a typical defensive center who is excellent in confrontation and specializes in defense, and he is not at much of a disadvantage.

Seeing that the singles effect was not very good, Akagi did not force the attack and passed the ball to Murasakibara.

In the process, Akagi moved outward.

Junichiro Nozawa remained unmoved and continued to sit in the paint area.

His impression of Akagi still remains from the county tournament, and he believes that Akagi's scoring is limited to the basket.

Seeing this situation, Murasakibara passed the ball back to Akagi.

Akagi took careful aim before pushing the ball out.

"not good!"

Junichiro Nozawa felt something was wrong, but it was too late.

Bang~Shua~
After the basketball hits the backboard, it bounces into the basket.

This is a classic bank shot!
From the national training camp in autumn to now, nearly three months have passed, and Akagi has been working hard to practice mid-range shots, and finally has achieved initial results.

Of course, only when there is no one guarding.

Once he is defended, Akagi's shooting percentage will drop rapidly, and he can't even maintain 30%.

However, this is enough.

"Oops!"

The Xiangyang players felt uneasy.

This means that Junichiro Nozawa has to go out to defend and can no longer stay in the paint like before.

Without Junichiro Nozawa in the paint area, the success rate of the Xiangbei team in attacking the basket is bound to increase significantly.

During Shoyo team's attack, Fujima had just crossed half court with the ball and was preparing to organize the team's attack.

"Fujima, this way!"

Suddenly, Taro Aso leaned against Murasakibara and waved for the ball.

At this moment, Taro Aso's competitive spirit was activated again.

He can't beat Kashima Kaede, but he may be able to deal with Murasakibara.

If it was Murasakibara, Taro Aso would still be confident.

During the autumn national training camp, the two had faced off against each other and ended up in a mutual defeat.

Taro Aso probably has never heard this saying: When you meet someone after three days, you should look at him with new eyes.

After nearly two months, Murasakibara is no longer a weakling, and his strength has obviously improved, especially on the defensive end.

Without hesitation, Fujima passed the ball.

When Taro Aso received the basketball, Murasakibara immediately stepped forward and launched an aggressive and tight defense.

Murasakibara has a pair of long arms that can effectively expand the defensive range.

Shoyo players quickly moved away, leaving Taro Aso with a better one-on-one environment.

Junichiro Nozawa looked at Akagi who continued to sit in the paint area and felt a little embarrassed.

He didn't have a basket, and FIBA ​​didn't have a three-second defense, so he couldn't take Akagi away at all.

At the same time, all the Xiangbei players looked at Taro Aso with strange eyes.

Is this guy a masochist?

Ever since Murasakibara learned the Death Coil, the Shohoku players have suffered greatly from it.

Among them, Mitsui is the most prominent.

At the beginning, Mitsui was still able to score under Murasakibara's defense.

As the level of Murasakibara's Death Coil increases, it becomes increasingly difficult for Mitsui to score.

Half a month later, Murasakibara's Death Coil was upgraded to LV5.

Horror!
Therefore, the Xiangbei players are full of confidence in Murasakibara's defense.

Under the entanglement of Murasakibara, Taro Aso broke through with the ball sideways.

His speed was very fast and he was about to make a breakthrough.

Just as the two were about to cross each other, Murasakibara noticed Taro Aso's intention to attack, so he took a step forward and waved his right hand.

pop~
Taro Aso failed to pass the ball and was instantly intercepted by Murasakibara.

"I was careless!"

Taro Aso subconsciously thought it was a coincidence and decided to be more cautious next time.

From the beginning to the end, he didn't think that Murasakibara's defense improved too quickly.

How could a normal person's defense improve so quickly in just one or two months?

Impossible, absolutely impossible!
Sorry, I'm not a normal person!

(End of this chapter)