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In an era centuries after basketball was born,

the prosperity of the sport, born on Earth, spread to the outer reaches of space.

Thanks to the level of the competition, the number of spectators,

the popularity, the grittiness; everything about it,

there was one prominent league in the galaxy that other pro basketball leagues couldn't compete against.

Its name was the Intergalactic League.

But the heroes of that league were Gorans, a race with extraordinary athletic abilities.

However...

there were Earthlings who did what no one had done before: challenge the Intergalactic League.

They are called the Earth Team.

I will create a select team of Earthlings only,

and take the Intergalactic League by storm!

That is all!

The extremely rich Yoshimune collected data to create a team consisting only of Earthlings.

To dominate the basketball's top level, the Intergalactic League,

he gathered various players and formed the Earth Team.

Then they made their impressive entry into the Intergalactic Minor League,

winning four games in a row,

but then were beaten by Hideyoshi's rival Julius and his team,

the Sonics, who were last year's champions.

Even if they are the Earth Team, they just can't compete against last year's champions...

or perhaps I should say that for Earthlings they did well...

It's just a matter of time before Earth women become disgusted with a guy like you.

I'm surprisingly popular among women, you know.

The fact that Earthlings think like that is why Gorans keep looking down on them.

I know, I know...

Actually, it was a good passionate game.

They won four in a row in the Intergalactic Minor League!

This wasn't luck...

Yeah, it's too early to judge their true strength yet.

Oh, you're done.

Edgar!

That's true...

Besides, they're definitely fulfilling the dreams of many Earthlings.

They'll think "If anyone can do it, it's them."

Hey, hey!

This is no good!

They're all working so hard.

We're pros, you know.

We should be more flashy and fun.

Boss, show us something cool please, something cool!

You're right!

Okay!

What, now?

If you want something cool, it's gotta be a dunk!

You idiot, that's what you get for not warming up and trying to show off.

S-Shut up!

Everybody seemed so depressed, I thought I would cheer them up!

Look who's talking!

You were the only one crying like a baby when we lost!

I didn't cry!

You cried! You cried a lot-

Shut up, ya ugly hag.

Ugly hag...

Ugly hag...

Give it up, Hideyoshi!

The one who was worried the most was Cha-che!

Hey, I...

Nobody asked you to worry!

What? I wasn't worried!

All I felt was compassion, pity!

Are you stupid?

Monkey!

Monkey!?

Well, in any case, I'm glad you're energetic again!

Next time we'll win no matter what!

The next opponent is someone we should be able to beat.

That's right!

Everybody make sure to pass me the ball!

You're still saying that stuff?

When you're heavily marked, we can't just pass you the ball, can we?

What!?

Listen. You're not playing the game alone, got it?

Stop your babbling!

I know that...

Do you really understand?

Lazuli...

You didn't want to win the game, you wanted to beat Julius.

What?

Lazuli is right.

Playing with a kid like you,

the Intergalactic League will stay nothing but a mere dream!

You bastard...

Stop it, Hideyoshi!

Quit it already!

Nice shot!

This will make some nice money!

What the hell is this!?

"Internal disunity in the Earth Team"?

My deepest apologies,

but this article is exaggerated and vague.

Having an article like this come out...

What a joke!

Grandpa!

Grandpa! Grandpa!

Grandpa! Grandpa!

I hear you!

Bad news!

Oh, Cha-che!

Rose and the others are going to boycott practice!

B-Boycott, you say?

Rose!

Listen.

Basketball is all about team play.

We must all unite our abilities to become one!

We must keep our structure of cooperation in mind!

You understand, don't you, Rose?

There's no reason why Hideyoshi alone should bear the responsibility of our loss!

Hey...

What is it?

Don't touch my car.

I'm not a kid.

I'll come back before the game.

Hey, wai-

Owner...

Where is Rose?

I'm sorry...

His car just left.

Everyone's always trying to drag me down!

He'll come back before next game-

That's for sure!

I'm so happy! I wanted one like that!

Incredible!

Pro basketball players really earn a lot of money!

Oh, I just remembered,

I've been hooked on the Intergalactic League recently.

I just love Gyuma, Zak, Katafree...

They're really different from Earthlings!

You've got to admit, Space Basketball is all about the Gorans!

I'm not saying that the Intergalactic League is impossible for Earthlings, but...

How should I say it...

They...

just aren't built for it.

Wait, don't get me wrong.

Rose is the top among the Earthlings!

I'm always bragging to all my friends!

Say...

When can we meet again?

Next time, I'd love to go to Planet Goll.

I want to see a live Blues game or something...

It's okay, right?

Hey...

Yes?

Please get out, okay? Out of the car.

What?

I can't help it.

I feel sick when I'm with people like you.

W-What?

W-What?

Do your best, Earth Team!

Please beat the Gorans in a basketball game!

Human living in a Goran slum.

This isn't the time to be arguing with other Earthlings, is it?

For us Earthlings, there's no meaning if we don't go with the Earth Team!

How troublesome.

And tomorrow's game is against the Thunders...

There's nothing to worry about.

Eh?

We're in pieces, but our roots are the same.

We want to prove that humans are better than they think.

But,

sometimes we don't believe, and we get scared.

When that happens, it's best to play a game as soon as possible.

Because winning a game to get back a lost game...

is the only way.

That's right.

Besides, we have a reliable leader in you, so we don't have to worry, right?

Hey, wait a minute...

I'm not a babysitter.

Let's go.

You think you can win without me? It wasn't even my fault in the first place, old geezer...

Let me play already! Let me play, let me play-

Stop your whining!

Talking like that just makes us feel more left out, geez.

You don't get it, do you? Slow in the head?

What did you say, ugly hag?

Ugly hag?

Ugly hag, ugly hag...

Be quiet!

He's fast!

Goran physiques are specialized for basketball.

But even without that, Earthlings don't stand a chance.

Go, Thunders, you can do it!

The Thunders have set the pace right off the bat.

The Thunders are putting their pride on the line in this game.

They can't be taken lightly.

Yeah!

Did you see that?

Not yet...

All right!

Bring it, super-knot!

DT!

Yeah! Go!

DT!

He's fast!

Thunders' #10 and DT too,

they're both fast!

Shoot!

Think I'll let you?

Don't, DT!

The Earth Team's lack of teamwork is an issue.

This is an opponent they should be able to beat.

That's because they're still a newly formed team.

If they lose once, they start losing all the time.

What's the problem, coach?

You look awfully worried.

Y-Yeah.

As expected, the Thunders have overwhelming Goran physical abilities-

But my Earth Team is still developing as well, right?

Being scared won't get us anywhere.

I understand!

Hideyoshi!

What do you want?

It's your turn!

Wha?

Go turn this around!

You're late, geez!

Okay!

I'll turn it around!

Pass it! Pass it here!

Damn...

Why don't they pass it to me?

Pass it! Pass it here!

Why...

Why aren't they passing to me!?

Hideyoshi!

What are you doing!?

Geez, that was terrible.

What...

What are they doing?

Why you...

You did it on purpose.

Anyone who takes their eye off the ball during the game is an unbelievable idiot.

You bastard!

Let me go! Damn!

You fools!

What is this that you've done?

And you call yourselves pro sportsmen!?

But he's the one who-

Be quiet!

The game was forfeited, and you are both suspended.

Rose for a week,

and Hideyoshi for two weeks!

I'm the only one with two weeks?

Of course!

Do you understand?

Punching a teammate during a game affects the whole team!

Be thankful you're not being banned for eternity!

You guys have to be on your best behavior,

and you're not allowed to go out for 24 hours!

That's all!

Get out of here this instant!

I-I wet my pants a bit-

You suck!

What are you doing here?

W-What a loudmouth.

W-What a loudmouth.

Just get out of here already!

Boss!

Boss!

Are you all right?

Boss...

Your nose is bleeding...

Please wait, boss!

It's your own fault.

That old geezer, he doesn't trust me at all.

Just you wait!

You're not allowed.

You're under house arrest, Hideyoshi-kun!

Lemme go, you old homo!

Ho...mo!?

Ho...mo!?

Today was a shame.

Isn't it ironic?

You are the ones who purposefully made it something to talk about.

That's...

Please wait!

We always focused on the Earth Team.

Please let us collect our coverage info openly and seriously from now on!

I want to confirm it!

If Earthlings will really make it through the Intergalactic League!

I want to watch it till the end with these very eyes!

Sorry, but I refuse.

You covered the team while it was unstable,

now that it's an important time, please hold back.

Coach!

Coach!

That dumbass disappeared again.

Excuse me, has anything...?

I refuse the coverage!

Excuse me...

That's the best angle!

Nobody can escape from this genius journalist's finder!

Wow, super cool!

Hey, hey!

If it's money you want, I don't have it!

Get lost!

I'll be able to sell this one for big bucks.

So you're still here? I told you I don't have any money, so...

Isn't this nice?

I want this...

Hey, you're Earth Team's...

Today is really my day!

Yeah, there's no doubt. You're Hideyoshi, aren't you?

Who are you?

I'm highly recognized by myself and others: the super first-class sports journalist, Zucchini.

Well, I cover other things than sports though.

Zucchini?

Yeah, and I've always focused on your exploits!

"Focused"?

You've always focused on me!?

Old man, you have good eyes!

YEAH, I AM A GENIUS!

Idiot!

Suspension?

It's not something to laugh about!

Oh, sorry, sorry...

Well, don't worry about it.

If it's you, you can definitely make it in the Intergalactic League!

It'd be best if you just quit the Earth Team.

What is it, don't have the confidence?

The confidence to play an active part.

I have it!

Of course! That's how I want it to be!

Interesting!

You're an interesting guy, you know!

I see, I see!

If you're a pro, it's best to be more and more appealing!

Y-Yeah.

Well then, I'll genuinely cover you!

First, a bright place for photos!

Sure!

Is this okay?

It's not okay at all...

What the hell is this article!

The truth about the brawl incident: told by a real member of the Earth Team.

"The members are the worst ever. I will play on another team.

I no longer feel devoted to the invalids on the Earth Team. I have a future."

What is the meaning of this?

That idiot can play wherever he wants,

but saying things like "Earth Team is no good" is just too much!

This is way too awful!

It seems like our relationship of trust had its foundation blown away.

That big-jawed journalist bastard, writing random stuff...

Boss!

He escaped while he was under house arrest, and in the end this article...

But owner, this is an extreme tabloid after all...

No more discussion!

Hideyoshi is no longer needed on this team!

He's dismissed!

Dismissed?

What is dismissed?

It means that you're fired.

What?

H-Hey!

I quit, you stupid quack!

You'll regret that, you idiot geezer!

Oh, it's him!

I don't care, I've already forgotten him!

I don't know him anymore!

I won't forgive him...

I definitely will not forgive him!

Oh my, oh my...

That big-jawed journalist bastard, where did he go?

We've ended up back where we began...

Idiot, the boss will join another team somewhere and do even more awesome stuff!

Awesome stuff, huh?

Huh?

What is it?

Huh?

You know him?

No way!

What's this?

Oh, Mosaic Cleaner...

Not that, this!

Blues something something... Recruiting now?

What?

Boss!

That's it!

YES!

I'll quit the Earth Team, and go right to the Blues!

Y-You...

Give it back, damn kid!

Oh, he woke up!

Go back to sleep, old man!

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