The teamwork between Rukawa and Akagi was absolutely perfect, especially Akagi's powerful dunk, which was visually stunning and not only ignited the emotions of the entire arena but also completely boosted the morale of the Shohoku team.
At this moment, Kogure Kiminobu, Yasuda Yasuharu, and Shiozaki Tetsushi were all clearly full of fighting spirit.
Yasuda Yasuharu, in particular, almost allowed Sendoh Akira to make an alley-oop dunk because of his silly mistake. Fortunately, Rukawa Kaede appeared at the crucial moment and intercepted the ball in the air. Otherwise, Yasuda Yasuharu would have been too ashamed to stay on the court.
After regaining his fighting spirit, Yasuda Yasuharu's movements became much smoother and less stiff, and he became more confident in his matches against Ryonan players.
This was most noticeable to Tomoyuki Uekusa. Just moments ago, he could easily get past Yasuharu Yasuda's defense, but now it was difficult for him to find a smooth opportunity.
It wasn't just Tomoyuki Uekusa who felt this way; Ryonan's other point guard, Hiroaki Koshino, also felt the same way. Tetsuji Shiozaki, who was guarding him, seemed like a completely different person, and his defense became even tighter.
Rukawa Kaede stared intently at Sendoh Akira.
Takenori Akagi and Jun Uozumi battled fiercely under the basket.
For a moment, the Ryonan players couldn't find any suitable offensive opportunities.
Then, Tomoyuki Uekusa passed the basketball to Ryoji Ikegami.
At the same time, Kiminobu Kogure immediately began to guard against Ryoji Ikegami.
After getting the basketball, Ryoji Ikegami realized that things couldn't continue like this and he had to find a way to resolve the current situation.
There are two ways to break the deadlock. One is to shake off Kogure Kiminobu's defense, break through, and create opportunities to pass or shoot.
Another method is to quickly shoot from a stationary position. As long as you can make the shot, no matter how tight your defense is, it won't matter.
Ryoji Ikegami is known for his defense, and he is also the strongest defensive player on the Ryonan team. Breaking through the opponent's defense is obviously not his forte, so Ryoji Ikegami decided to shoot.
Ryoji Ikegami then took a jump shot!
Kiminobu Kogure immediately jumped up to interfere.
It has to be said that Ryoji Ikegami's jump shot was very cool, giving off a feeling of shooting arrows while riding a horse, and he also avoided Kiminobu Kogure's defense, successfully getting the ball out.
But the basketball didn't go in.
It's time to grab the rebound again!
"Ah!!! Mine!!!"
"Don't even think about it!!!"
Takenori Akagi and Jun Uozumi jumped at the same time!
With a loud bang!
Takenori Akagi gripped the basketball tightly with both hands, protecting it in his arms!
Upon landing, Takenori Akagi immediately launched the ball high into the air, shouting, "Fast break!!!"
Yasuda Yasuharu, positioned just outside the three-point line, had already run past half-court, glancing back at the basketball as he ran.
With a "snap".
Yasuda Yasuharu caught the basketball steadily!
After getting the basketball, Yasuda Yasuharu didn't hesitate and charged straight at the Ryonan team's basketball hoop.
Right now, there's no one under the basket for the Ryonan team!
Tomoyuki Uekusa frantically chased after Yasuharu Yasuda. If it were at the beginning of the game, Yasuharu Yasuda would not have been able to take the basketball away from Tomoyuki Uekusa at all, but at this moment, Tomoyuki Uekusa simply could not catch up with Yasuharu Yasuda.
Yasuda Yasuharu was like a man possessed, sprinting at lightning speed!
Yasuda Yasuharu dribbled the ball up for a layup and easily passed it out.
When Tomoyuki Uekusa jumped to defend...
The ball has gone in!
Yasuharu Yasuda scores!
This was Shohoku's second goal, a beautiful shot by the seemingly insignificant Yasuda Yasuharu after Rukawa and Akagi's outstanding performances!
It has to be said that once the team's morale is restored and everyone's fighting spirit is ignited, anyone can perform at a level that will surprise even themselves.
At this moment, Yasuda Yasuharu felt like he was dreaming. "I actually scored a layup while being defended by Ryonan's number 8 player? That number 8 is incredibly fast and has excellent skills. I actually scored against him?"
With a "snap".
A large hand slapped Yasuda Yasuharu's butt!
Startled, Yasuda Yasuharu quickly snapped out of his daze and gave Captain Akagi Takenori an awkward smile in response to his encouragement.
Akagi Takenori nodded and said, "Well done! Keep it up!"
Yasuda Yasuharu nodded with a smile, finally having made a contribution to the team!
Then, Takenori Akagi shouted, "That's it! Defend well, keep them occupied, and don't let any ball slip by!"
"Yes!" The Shohoku team's fighting spirit soared!
The spectators outside the arena exclaimed, "As expected of Captain Takenori Akagi! Under his leadership, the once lifeless Shohoku team has suddenly become like a ferocious beast."
"Yes! Only someone who can motivate every player can be called the soul of a team. Captain Takenori Akagi is clearly the spiritual pillar of Shohoku."
"Rukawa Kaede is also very good. If Shohoku can get another good point guard and shooting guard, then Shohoku will be too strong."
"Hahaha, there are no 'what ifs'. If it were really as you say, then Shohoku would be able to compete with Hainan."
Upon hearing this conversation, Sakuragi Hanamichi chuckled to himself. "Miyagi Ryota is the point guard, and Mitsui Hisashi is the shooting guard. Judging by the time, that kid Miyagi Ryota should be discharged from the hospital soon. I'm really looking forward to their return!"
At this moment, Jun Uozumi and Takenori Akagi were once again vying for position under the backboard.
Jun Uozumi felt very frustrated.
At the very beginning, I was clearly dominating Akagi Takenori in every way. First, I gave Akagi Takenori a huge block, and then I stole the rebound right in front of him. I clearly defeated Akagi Takenori, so why did he and Rukawa Kaede have such a perfect teamwork later? And that basketball rebound just now!
Jun Uozumi saw Hiroaki Koshino organizing the attack, so he immediately positioned himself and waved for the ball!
Hiroaki Koshino saw through Jun Uozumi's intention and quickly found a suitable opportunity to pass the basketball to Jun Uozumi.
Jun Uozumi was full of fighting spirit after getting the basketball!
He must defeat Takenori Akagi!
He's going to deliver a powerful dunk right in front of Takenori Akagi!
Hmm, this spot doesn't work, let's find another one.
Jun Uozumi turned around, trying to change direction, but Takenori Akagi stuck to him tightly, giving Jun Uozumi no chance at all.
Jun Uozumi tried to knock Akagi Takenori aside and jump up during the brief moment when their bodies separated, but it still didn't work.
Jun Uozumi tried to sway left and right using his left foot as a pivot, but he still couldn't shake off Takenori Akagi.
Jun Uozumi wanted to jump immediately, but when he looked up, he saw Takenori Akagi's hands raised high, which were very imposing!
what to do?
what to do?
At this point, Jun Uozumi could have easily passed the ball out; there's no need to force it if there's no suitable opportunity.
However, Jun Uozumi had a deep-seated obsession: he desperately wanted to defeat Takenori Akagi.
Just then!
"Beep! Beep beep!!!"
The referee blew the whistle!
The referee pointed at Jun Uozumi, indicating a three-second violation.
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