nThe best-selling series from Eisner-nominated Takehiko Inoue, one of Japans greatest manga creators. nWinning isnt everything in the game of basketball, but who wants to come in second? It takes dedication and discipline to be the best, and the Shohoku High hoops team wants to be just that. They have one last year to make their captains dream of reaching the finals come true--will they do it? n nAs luck would have it, the basketball team narrowly avoids suspension over the all-out-brawl incident when Yohei and Mitsuis friends take responsibility. Now, with Mitsui back in the lineup for the first time in two years, Shohoku quickly resumes practice in preparation for their upcoming tournament. As punishment for the lack of discipline they displayed in the fight, though, Coach Anzai decides on a starting lineup for Shohokus game without Hanamichi, Rukawa, Ryota and Mitsui. Can Anzais squad hold their own when their best players (and perpetual problem children) ride the bench?n