I really disagree, the ending brought closure to every characters arcs as well as ending on the highest point in the story. Their personal/internal conflicts were all resolved in the final game, so I don’t feel it was necessary to keep it going. The final chapter easily has the best moment in the story. Reminded me a bit of SBR’s ending. Laughably cruel but hopeful.
I'd add that actually the series focuses on much more than just the main character/team. As a girl who had no interest in sports at all, Slam Dunk made me understand sneaker culture, sports fans, athletes in general and even coaches of all sport. I've read Vagabond and Real - I believe Slam Dunk is still in the correct spot because while all top 10 series are great, this one is the only one that takes a reader beyond self improvement, strength of friendship, expand upon fantasy/imagination etc. but can make people think "hey, some real life people can be pretty effin cool actually and watching a real ball game can be just as interesting as any anime or video game"
You can argue it’s the best manga.
The ending wasnt that great but honestly the leadup to it throughout the series was so amazing I think its forgivable
I really disagree, the ending brought closure to every characters arcs as well as ending on the highest point in the story. Their personal/internal conflicts were all resolved in the final game, so I don’t feel it was necessary to keep it going. The final chapter easily has the best moment in the story. Reminded me a bit of SBR’s ending. Laughably cruel but hopeful.
You should read Vinland saga next it’s one of my favorites and it’s in the top 10 on mal also!!!
I'd add that actually the series focuses on much more than just the main character/team. As a girl who had no interest in sports at all, Slam Dunk made me understand sneaker culture, sports fans, athletes in general and even coaches of all sport. I've read Vagabond and Real - I believe Slam Dunk is still in the correct spot because while all top 10 series are great, this one is the only one that takes a reader beyond self improvement, strength of friendship, expand upon fantasy/imagination etc. but can make people think "hey, some real life people can be pretty effin cool actually and watching a real ball game can be just as interesting as any anime or video game"
cool vid