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Ignite Pass!

Kai!

I see.

I can have some fun with you now, Tetsu.

You sure?

You're standing so far away.

The first-years aren't the only ones who have grown.

You apologetic mushroom.

We can do this!

Let's ride this wave!

Don't rush.

`We've only just started.

Aomine and the little guy are going one-on-one?

Sorry, Tetsu!

Idiot.

Did you think the same move would work twice against me?

Try not to disappoint me so much, Tetsu.

If this is your answer to defeating me, I'll make it clear.

It's a useless effort.

Damn it.

Damn it.

Damn it.

It's not as though I doubt him...

but if he doesn't return to the court, we're more than screwed.

I've been saved by his little ass tons of times.

Believe, but don't expect anything.

We don't want to be too far behind when he returns.

Beating Aomine doesn't matter anymore.

This time I'll save him.

Over here!

Damn it!

All right!

Nice shot!

Was I imagining things?

I thought you looked ready to go when you stepped on the court.

Shut up.

Kiyoshi just happened to be in a good position.

Don't worry.

I have no intention of running.

A change of pace...

It's one of Aomine's strengths.

Even if you predict his timing, stopping him is nearly impossible.

However, more importantly,

Kagamicchi's stance...

It's a relaxed and natural stance,

just like Aominecchi's!

Here it comes.

Riko...

do you remember when I said friendship isn't teamwork?

Yeah.

It's especially clear in Kagami's case.

His potential rivals that of the Generation of Miracles.

However, he hasn't had the chance to go one-on-one against them yet.

As to why...

the answer is simple.

Somewhere in his heart he relies on Kuroko.

He may believe he needs to work with Kuroko

to defeat the Generation of Miracles,

but that thinking actually suppresses his abilities.

You could call it a dilemma.

As long as Kuroko is his dependable sixth man,

Kagami will be incomplete.

However, if he reaches 100% strength,

he'll be more than good enough to face the Generation of Miracles.

What?

Did Kuroko's total loss unleash his strength?

By going from saved to savior,

the power he's been unconsciously suppressing is being released.

Is this...

Kagami's true strength?

Good.

You're finally getting excited.

Honestly, I didn't expect much from you, but you've improved considerably.

I might...

be able to play a little harder this time.

Entertain me, Kagami!

I already thought he was unbelievably fast,

but he's going even faster!

This is...

an alley-oop with Wakamatsu!

All right! Leave it to me!

Don't jump to conclusions.

Of course it isn't!

Did he just make a shot behind his back?

He wasn't even looking at the basket!

He stole the ball from his own teammate!

You're so confusing, Aomine!

Don't interfere with my play.

When I get the ball, give me some room.

What?

I finally have a real opponent.

Stay out of my way.

Wakamatsu...

A screen?

Huh?

Not only did he dodge it, Aomine's completely unfazed!

He's not trying to pass me.

Damn it!

Kagami's evenly matched with Aomine.

Kagami, did I do something I shouldn't have?

Huh? No way.

I don't think your presence changed the outcome, though.

What?

Sorry, but could you leave Aomine to me?

I think... I think I'm almost there.

This always happens in a battle between members of the Generation of Miracles,

but to think this is happening with Kagami...

What a battle!

Even if I wanted to help, they're way too good for me!

This balance will collapse soon.

They're both going all out, but they haven't reached 100% yet.

Even if that happens,

honestly speaking, I can't imagine Aominecchi losing.

There it is again!

His formless shot!

Kagami!

What?

He blocked a full-throttle Aominecchi shot?

That's impossible!

Could it be?

Is Kagami better than Aomine?

I don't mind entertaining you...

if you can afford to take it that easy.

Bastard!

Aomine's attacks are being stopped?

Amazing!

Nice defense, Kagami!

What's going on?

How is Kagami keeping up?

Is he predicting Aomine's movements?

No, that's impossible.

But Aomine's so fast,

if you wait until he moves, you can't respond in time.

It's hard to put into words, but he feels like...

a wild beast right now.

I don't know where he learned that.

Yeah. We struggled a lot with those types when we played.

He must have gone to see Alex.

You've taken drastic measures again, Taiga.

He's so quick to take off! How can he jump with that timing?

We're two points behind.

If we make this, we can end the quarter tied! Please!

Kagami!

What?

A formless shot?

Don't be ridiculous! You're not ready for that!

I can't believe you tried that.

You're out of control in a lot of ways!

I felt like I could do it, so...

We will now be taking a break.

The third quarter will begin in ten minutes.

Aomine, where are you going?

Shut up.

I'll be back in time for the second half.

What?

Wakamatsu, leave him.

Sheesh...

He'd better be all right.

Don't worry about him.

Aomine was playing his best,

but he hasn't shown all his cards.

You'll understand once the second half starts.

No one can beat him.

-Besides, it's probably the opposite. -What?

You're right.

He finally found an opponent against whom he can play his hardest.

Aomine is probably...

beside himself with joy.

You'll get cold, idiot.

Kagami.

If you don't come back soon, the second half will start.

Sorry. I'll be there soon.

Hey, what were you just thinking?

It doesn't look like you need cheering up,

but you didn't just come out here for some air.

Kagami, do you like basketball?

What?

I wasn't thinking about anything complicated.

I'd do anything to win this game.

I have my promise to Momoi, but the truth is,

I just want to see it again.

Aomine always played with a smile.

He truly loved basketball.

I don't intend to reject who he is now and condescend to him.

I just...

I just want to see Aomine play with a smile again.

If we win this game, maybe...

Who knows?

People aren't that simple.

I don't know if winning will change who he is.

But losing definitely won't change anything.

The only thing we can do is play as hard as we can to win.

Yes.

Kagami's awakening closed the gap to two points,

but it's still not enough.

We need him to win, but...

Should he even be playing?

I'm impressed he's even on the court after being destroyed by Aomine,

but what can he do?

Don't look so angry.

Their defense is good.

They've all improved their fundamental skills.

Not that it matters.

This guy...

What?

What's going on?

Aomine should've already been playing at full power, but he's getting faster!

That's impossible!

It's no use! I won't make it in time!

Charging! Black No. 5!

What?

Even if he'd gone to help after Aomine passed him, he would've been too late.

Did he predict his course?

If you can predict my movements, isn't the opposite true as well?

We both spent that time together.

We get along when it comes to basketball, Aomine.

You've done it now, Tetsu.

Sorry. Thanks.

You're welcome.

Let's go!

Crap!

It's Kuroko!

Is he not doing anything on offense?

He is?

Ow!

Yeah!

He made the three-pointer!

All right, Captain!

Kuroko!

Nice shot.

That pass hurts really bad!

Sorry.

Was that an Ignite Pass?

I thought only Kagami could catch those.

They've improved that much. Now that they've all improved physically,

every one of them can receive an ordinary Ignite Pass.

All right, defense! Let's stop them!

Yeah!

They're really going at it.

Of course they are.

Is Seirin finally making their comeback?

Impressive.

The team is completely different with him.

But he's not doing anything special.

On offense he doesn't overextend when Aomine is near,

and he passes only when he's far away.

On defense he uses his experience and Kagami's assistance.

He's supporting as best he can with his current set of weapons.

He's sacrificing himself for his team.

You got me.

How admirable.

It's so admirable, I could cry.

But doing your best doesn't guarantee victory.

It's not that easy.

He feels different.

Is he...

Things have mostly gone according to plan so far.

It's a shame he just came on the court,

but we need to keep him under control.

I like Tetsu, and that's why I won't hold back this time.

Yes.

I'm sorry, Tetsu.

A sudden shot?

Crap! It was a fake!

Nice pass!

They scored already!

No wonder they're the number one offensive team in the league!

Damn it.

Don't worry about it, Izuki. We're in control of the game.

You're kidding!

We're the ones in control.

You must really underestimate us.

Imayoshi's on Kuroko?

Did you know? Some things can only be seen from behind the mirror.

It's too bad Kuroko had to face that monster.

Didn't that guy with the glasses go to your middle school?

Yeah. He's become even more evil since then.

Hey, is he looking this way?

That's not...