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I'm a die-hard basketball fan. I've watched a lot of basketball movies (Hoosiers, Glory Road, etc.) and the one thing they all have in common that absolutely bugs me is lack of defense in games. I lost hope and thought all basketball movies/TV shows were like that.

But, Kuroko's Basketball surprised me! Every character and team in the show displays tenacious, realistic defense in games! The characters and teams demonstrate strategic thinking, analytical observation, emotion, and heart within their games. I loved that! Basketball is mostly a mental game, like chess, and this show does that so beautifully! Every player, every team, every game has its own style and unique challenges! Every game is different, unique, and more entertaining than the last! Any game-winning play is never predictable--you're always in suspense and never know what'll happen until the game clock runs out! I loved the humor! Character interactions and awkward situations are hilarious! This show taps into a lot of your emotions. You'll laugh, you'll get angry, you'll be heart broken, and you'll be on the edge of your seat! When I say "super-powered basketball", I'm referring to how unique basketball skills and abilities are dramatized to look like superpowers. And it's awesome! Plus, characters get better and better throughout the series, and it's awesome to see them develop new exciting moves or new dominating abilities.

The music gets better and better every season! It sets the appropriate mood with precise timing.

You'll love this show!

This anime series is one of the best sports anime i had seen.I don't love or even watch basketball but i watched it, surprisingly i watched whole 3 season as i m addicted to it. it contain everything a anime could give humor, love, rivalry,friends, difficulties in life etc. it gives the lesson how a weak looking guy can achieve great things with hard work and determination. Most importantly it tells its OK to depend upon friends. I personally recommend it to watch and tell me about it.

It doesn't matter you love sports or not. This anime will surely entertain you. It is similar to haikyuu.

I am going to make this easy...... This is one of the best sports animes ever created, period! It is also one of the best animes I have ever watched. Even if you are not a sports fan you will enjoy this show.

Watch or watch not, there is no try. ;-)

Don't miss this one.

The basketball team of Teikō Middle School became known as the "Generation of Miracles" as they were unbeatable on their way to the top of Japan. After graduating from middle school, these five stars went to different high schools with top basketball teams. However, there was another player of the "Generation of Miracles", the phantom sixth player. This mysterious player, a freshman at Seirin High and the sixth member of the "Generation of Miracles", Tetuya Kuroko, and Kagami, a naturally talented player who spent most of middle school in America, are aiming to bring Seirin to the top of Japan, taking on Kuroko's old teammates one by one.

The anime's story is fabulous. The story's composition is really amazing. The story goes like The Teiko Junior High basketball team rose to distinction by demolishing basketball teams within Japan, winning the junior high Nationals for three consecutive years. The all-star players of the team became known as the Generation of Miracles. After graduating from middle school, the five star players went to different high schools with top basketball teams. However, a fact known to few is that there was another player in the "Generation of Miracles": a phantom sixth man. This mysterious player is now a freshman at Seirin High, a new school with a powerful, if little-known, team. Taiga Kagami - a naturally talented player who spent most of middle school in the US, aim to bring Seirin to the top of Japan and begin taking on Kuroko's former teammates one by one with the help of kuroko. I recommend every anime lover.

Strong(er) opponents are necessary for growth.

Winning isn't everything.

How you play the game (life) is more important than the outcome (desire).

Kuroko no basuke tells the story of a young man named Kuroko who has a unique talent and decide to join the basketball team of his Highschool. I found this anime very interesting and really really good even if Basketball isn't my favourite sport. It is so good that I watched it a second time not too long ago. A unique anime that contains a lot of action and suspense all grouped up together to make an anime who will make you want to play Basketball! During the anime, Kuroko and his team will have to play against the best teams of the country and try to be the best team of Japan which is the ultimate goal of all the members of the team. 10/10

It's definitely a nice anime too unrealistic for my personal taste. I played and watched basketball since I was a kid and even though I get it that this is an anime I still think is just too much. To me the reference is still Slam Dunk, great story, way more realistic and with better animation and drawings even if twenty years older. If you liked Kuroko's basketball you should definitely check it out.

I actually really enjoyed this anime. I often found myself taken in by the concept and storyline. The characters were interesting and had some great interactions both as teammates and rivals. Where the show lets itself down is with the basketball itself. It was very unrealistic. The characters, specifically the "Generation of Miracles", had "super powers" rather than skills. I found that I became disengaged from the story due to this. It pulled focus too much at times. This is why I'm giving a 7/10. It was too enjoyable for a 6 but not enough quality to get an 8

It's so unbearable boring and unrealistic. I don't know how people have rated this so high. The story is slow and BORING. I just finished season 1 and EVERYTHING before episode 20 is trash. The story starts at episode 20 for the 25 episode season. But even then, it's a 5.5/10 max. I would never recommend this to someone unless they watched every show on Netflix and this was the only one left. Like me.

Also... Why do they all have lines on their necks?? Even the girls, looks like a 5:00 shadow. It's really annoying.

Kuroko no basket is one of my favorite anime from my long anime list because I'm not crazy about sports and basket ball but far 😅. And for me this animé is one of an amazing sport animé EVER because they have action, sport,à sad moments, a lot of funny moments, a little moment of fight ( I think one moment) when Aomine have punchin another characters,... It's just WOW and OMG, and... And... 😅😅

This is a superb anime, i have always liked basketball but i have never actually played competitively but i enjoyed it so much and it gave me a sense of happiness , in the second last and last ep , i was so happy and I'm avoiding to type spoilers but if i can enjoy it then those die-hard basketball fans would love it, this show goes to show how people even tho they have nothing , if you love it and are determined then you can achieve anything.

I'm huge into Sports and Anime so this show brought the best of both worlds for me. I really like Haikyuu, but I would have to say that KNB is way better (my personal opinion). Anyone looking into watching an intense sports anime with great character development, I'd highly recommend KNB (Kuroko No Basket). So many scenes will have at the edge of your seat. I got goosebumps watching this anime.

The first anime that ive watched and OMG!!! I absolutetly love it, its incredible. Great story, great characters and great sound track. I absolutetly reccomend.

Pretty good show, even if you dont like sports anime , youll probably like this one.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO LIKE BASKETBALL TO ENJOY THIS!!

This show is all about the characters. How well each character interacts with each other, how diverse and interesting every basketball team is, and how the characters grow.

Seriously, the generation of miracles is one of the most well thought-out group of characters, with each student continuously fighting for the position of favourite character. Not to mention Teppei, Hyuga, Kagami... It's just a smorgasbord of excellent characters which blend perfectly together, and build up to one of my favourite endings of all time.

Great show. Do yourself a favour and watch this!

Quite an unbelievable storyline that never goes away. I much preferred haikyuu.

The first season was really good but the second season goes up and down. It did get better towards the end a pretty decent basketball series a little drawn out at times though. However what anime isn't these days. I would like the third season to have a little more training montage is those were pretty good.

Annoying, too flashy. Feels like watching Goku playing basketball

I didn't expect to like this show because I'm not even remotely interested in basketball as a sport. But man, was this show spectacular. It was genuinely interesting right from the start. I hadn't read the manga beforehand, so I didn't know what would happen or how something would turn out.

From the first episode, each time I said to myself "oh this is probably going to happen, oh this guy is going to be secretly a superstar, oh xyz..." based on what you'd typically see in anime or other stories, this show surprised me in the outcomes and I loved it every time.

In addition to the sport and main characters, the show doesn't solely focus on the MCs. I love how they give each character significance in some way at some point and it's not simply 'watch these MCs defeat everything in their path', and they actually delve into relationships between the characters.

Kuroko no Basuke quickly shot up to one of my favourite anime, and I proceeded to purchase the manga. Highly recommended.

"Kuroko's Basketball," also known as "Kuroko no Basuke," is a sports anime adapted from the manga written by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. The series revolves around Kuroko Tetsuya, who joins Seirin High School with the ambitious goal of making the school's basketball team the best in Japan. Kuroko, a former member of the renowned "Generation of Miracles," aims to defeat his former teammates, who are now scattered across various rival schools. Spanning three seasons, the anime captures the highs and lows of Kuroko's journey, emphasizing themes of determination, friendship, and teamwork.

From a narrative perspective, "Kuroko's Basketball" offers an engaging and gripping storyline. The plot is well-paced, providing a balance of intense basketball matches and character development. Each member of the Seirin team, as well as the players from rival schools, is given a distinct personality and backstory, adding depth to the overall narrative. The relationships and dynamics between the characters, particularly the bond between Kuroko and his passionate teammate Kagami Taiga, are well-explored and contribute significantly to the emotional impact of the series.

However, for hardcore sports enthusiasts, "Kuroko's Basketball" may be somewhat polarizing. Unlike realistic sports anime such as "Haikyuu!!," "Kuroko's Basketball" incorporates fantastical elements, with characters possessing almost superhuman abilities. These "special powers" can sometimes feel like they give certain players an undue advantage, making the games less about realistic athleticism and more about flashy, exaggerated moves. While this adds a unique flavor to the anime and can be entertaining, it might not appeal to viewers looking for a more authentic portrayal of basketball.

In terms of animation and artwork, "Kuroko's Basketball" is visually stunning. The animation during the basketball matches is dynamic and fluid, capturing the fast-paced nature of the sport. The character designs are distinct and memorable, each reflecting their unique personalities and roles within the story. The vibrant color palette and attention to detail further enhance the viewing experience, making the anime aesthetically pleasing.

The music and sound design also deserve praise. The soundtrack complements the intense and dramatic moments of the series, while the opening and ending themes are catchy and energizing. Voice acting is another strong point, with the cast delivering performances that bring their characters to life convincingly.

In conclusion, "Kuroko's Basketball" is a captivating sports anime that combines an engaging storyline, well-developed characters, and impressive animation. While its use of fantastical elements may not cater to everyone's taste, it offers a unique and entertaining take on the genre. Whether you're a basketball fan or simply enjoy a good story about teamwork and perseverance, "Kuroko's Basketball" is worth watching. It manages to keep viewers interested with its gripping narrative and visually striking presentation, making it a memorable addition to the world of sports anime.

So I started watching kuroko basketball and when I started watching the first episode I quickly started to watch more the guys in it were so hot also it's a great sports anime btw and I definitely recommend this anime! Really interesting anime and plot and setting