17+ Classic Slam Dunk Quotes Fans Will Appreciate!

Slam Dunk quotes taken from characters:

Hanamichi Sakuragi.
Mitsuyoshi Anzai.
Haruko Akagi.
Kaede Rukawa.
Ryota Miyagi.
Hisashi Mitsui.
Takenori Akagi.

Slam Dunk is a classic sports anime series from the 1990’s, and one of the early influences for the basketball types of anime series years later.

It’s a classic and is revered by anime fans who grew up with it.

With meaningful episodes, strong writing, and a special focus o quality, it only makes the quotes and the life lessons that much better.

Let’s focus on the best quotes from Slam Dunk!

1. Hanamichi Sakuragi Quotes

“It’s not too late to change ourselves and have a meaningful life.” – Hanamichi Sakuragi

“A Genius is 99% of talent, and 1% of effort.” – Hanamichi Sakuragi

“Old man, I was finally able to do what you told me to, I was finally able to change the game, to be decisive, needed.” – Hanamichi Sakuragi

“I’m Tensai Sakuragi Hanamichi. I’m going to play basketball, because I’m the best basketball player.” – Hanamichi Sakuragi

2. Kaede Rukawa Quotes

“Who do you think Japan’s #1 player is? Must be the person who can lead the team to be the #1 in Japan! I will become that guy. I won’t be #2 or 3.” – Kaede Rukawa

“No matter what, I will be #1, and I’ll beat anyone who stops me from achieving that.” – Kaede Rukawa

“Everyone knows that an amateur like you will make mistakes. Like paying taxes, it’s unavoidable.” – Kaede Rukawa

3. Hisashi Mitsui Quotes

“This guy always thinks he is the best. He is annoying, doesn’t like to talk, and has no respect for the others. But I have to admit it, he is really strong.” – Hisashi Mitsui

“My goal is to lead Shohoku High to dominate the National Championship! And be the best basketball player in Japan!” – Hisashi Mitsui

4. Ryota Miyagi Quotes

“I want to make the basketball team strong… To win the match… If this is able to make her happy, then I’ll be satisfied.” – Ryota Miyagi

“Keep practicing, never let somebody tell you you’re too small or too slow.” – Ryota Miyagi

5. Takenori Akagi Quotes

“We might not be best friends, and you guys always piss me off. However, this team is the best… thanks to you.” – Takenori Akagi

6. Haruko Akagi Quotes

“Normally, people are like trains that halt at every stop. However, Sakuragi-kun is like the Shinkansen bullet train that never stops… It makes others envious.” – Haruko Akagi

“No one can ever know how to do everything without learning it first.” – Haruko Akagi

“Even geniuses make mistakes.” – Haruko Akagi

7. Mitsuyoshi Anzai Quotes

“Until the very end, never lose hope. It’s when you give up that the match is over.” – Mitsuyoshi Anzai

“I didn’t want to put senseless pressure on everyone or affect the morale ! Because no matter who the opponent is, the most important part is still our own selves.” – Mitsuyoshi Anzai

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