After the national tournament concluded, the Shohoku Basketball Team became the dark-horse sensation of the country. At the airport exit, enthusiastic fans had been waiting for a long time, and the camera flashes of reporters flickered incessantly. The moment Shin Saionji, Takenori Akagi, Hisashi Mitsui, Hanamichi Sakuragi, and the others stepped out into the main hall, the entire scene erupted in excitement.
"Shohoku!"
"Champions! You guys are the best!"
"Shin Saionji, I want to have your babies—"
"Captain Akagi! We love you!"
Standing in the middle of the crowd, Hanamichi Sakuragi put his hands on his hips and laughed heartily, savoring the taste of fame. "Heh, this genius has finally become the number one man in the country!"
Chapter 93