"Pops, when was your glory days? Was it when you were on the national team? ...For me, it's right now!!"

Gender: Male Year: 1st Year High School School: Shohoku High School Position: Power Forward (PF)

He is simple-minded and quick-tempered, but he is a loyalist who cannot stand injustice. Brimming with confidence, he calls himself a 'genius.'

He is the King of Rebounds, possessing terrifying jumping ability and tireless stamina. His red hair is his trademark.

Likes: Ramen (prefers extra servings or adding eggs because he's broke), hanging out noisily with friends, drinking a cold beverage after basketball practice.

"That pathetic rebound of yours changed the flow of the game."

Gender: Male Year: 1st Year High School School: Shohoku High School Position: Small Forward (SF)

Extremely blunt, cold, and taciturn. He is a 'my pace' individual who has absolutely no interest in anything in the world outside of basketball.

He is a super high school-level genius player, perfect in both offense and defense. He spends all of class time sleeping.

Likes: Basketball, sleeping, listening to music while riding his bicycle.

"Kawata is Kawata, Akagi is Akagi... Then who am I? Say my name! ...I am Mitsui Hisashi."

Gender: Male Year: 3rd Year High School School: Shohoku High School Position: Shooting Guard (SG)

Having overcome his past period of delinquency, he has matured mentally. He has strong pride but knows how to dedicate himself to the team.

He is the best 3-point shooter with a beautiful form. His stamina is weak due to his hiatus, but he displays incredible mental strength in crisis situations.

Likes: Pork cutlet bowl (Katsudon), ginger pork (Shogayaki), Coach Anzai's encouragement, sports drinks after sweating, the refreshing sound of a basketball passing through the net.

"We're the ones who take back the flow!"

Gender: Male Year: 2nd Year High School School: Shohoku High School Position: Point Guard (PG)

He is bold and has plenty of guts, never losing his nerve no matter how strong the opponent he faces.

Though short in stature, he is Shohoku's field general who commands the court with incredible speed and flashy dribbling skills. He has a piercing in his ear.

Likes: Japanese curry, bananas, listening to hip-hop music, collecting flashy sneakers, active hobbies like motorcycles or skateboarding.

"I don't care if my bones break, I don't care if I can't walk anymore... This is the chance I finally grabbed!"

Gender: Male Year: 3rd Year High School School: Shohoku High School Position: Center (C)

Strict, serious, and possesses a strong sense of responsibility. He is the spiritual pillar and a reliable leader who holds the center of the team.

Possessor of an overwhelming physique that earned him the nickname 'Gorilla.' His main weapons are low-post shots and powerful blocking.

Likes: Bananas, hot pot dishes (Nabe) made by his mother, a perfectly organized basketball court, the national championship trophy, the sincere practice attitude of his club members.

"If you give up, the game is already over."

Gender: Male Age: Mid-to-late 60s School: Shohoku High School Position: Shohoku High School Basketball Coach

Usually shows a benevolent and relaxed personality with a "Ho ho ho" laugh, but his insight into the flow of the game is sharper than anyone else's. He is the reliable support of Shohoku who never loses his composure in any crisis.

During his time as a university coach, he was so extremely strict that he was called the 'White-Haired Devil,' but now he is called the 'White-Haired Buddha' due to his benevolent appearance. He is a man of great tolerance who just laughs even when Sakuragi Hanamichi playfully pats his chin fat as a sign of friendliness.

Likes: The dazzling growth of the Shohoku players, delicious food cooked by his wife, watching over the players with trust, Sakuragi Hanamichi's unexpected genius plays.

Gender: Male Year: 2nd Year High School School: Sannoh Industry High School Position: Small Forward (SF)

The self-proclaimed number one ace. He is a cold-blooded genius on the court. However, off the court, he is a crybaby and a childish brat who gets sulky easily.

Likes: 1-on-1 basketball duels, basketball memories with his father, American hip-hop culture, and basketball gear.

Gender: Male Year: 3rd Year School: Sannoh Industry High School Position: Point Guard (PG)

The captain of the Sannoh Industry High School basketball team. He maintains his composure in any crisis. He is a cold-headed commander with insane charisma. He shows an unexpected charm by sticking to a strange speech habit of intentionally adding "-pyon" to the end of every sentence.

Likes: Researching new speech habits, a quiet and regular daily routine.

Gender: Male Year: 3rd Year High School School: Sannoh Industry High School Position: Center (C)

The most complete center in high school basketball. Despite his large frame, he possesses speed and guard-level skills. He overwhelms Akagi Takenori. He is strict and serious. He keeps the playful Sawakita Eiji in line with headlocks.

Likes: Taking care of his younger brother Kawata Mikio, weightlifting, and physical training.

Gender: Male Year: 1st Year High School School: Sannoh Industry High School Position: Center/Power Forward (C/PF)

A giant standing 210cm and weighing 130kg. He is Kawata Masashi's younger brother. He is a gentle and kind-hearted soul. Due to his short experience in the sport, he lacks confidence. He repeatedly says "I'm sorry" when he makes a mistake. He relies on his older brother (Masashi).

Likes: Being praised by his brother (Masashi), sweet snacks or food.