8 Recommendations for Basketball-Themed Anime, Featuring a Story of a High School Delinquent Who Becomes a Pro in No Time

As a basketball player, Kuroko is someone who doesn't talk much. Who would have thought that with his silent demeanor, he could become a distraction for his opponents on the court? KUROKO NO BASKET not only showcases the handsome figures of the basketball players but also tells a unique story of friendship among the players. 

This basketball anime offers something new as it is produced by animation studios from the Philippines and Singapore. In the Tagalog version, Filipino celebrities lend their voices to the characters. 

AHIRU NO SORA highlights the story of Sora, who is on a journey to become a basketball player. Moreover, the characters are delinquents, which adds dynamism to their relationships.

Sakuragi Hanamichi is the definition of someone who goes from zero to hero. Starting from retiring as a high school delinquent, Sakuragi joins the basketball club and gradually becomes an important figure in the Shohoku team. 

DEAR BOYS indeed presents a common story in basketball, but this anime features handsome characters that serve as fan service for the audience. 

For his biggest desire, Sora decides to join the basketball team at his school. However, he soon discovers that the basketball club is filled with the school's delinquent kids. Although he has to prepare himself for various obstacles, this does not diminish his love and enthusiasm for basketball.

If sports anime usually features cool male characters, this basketball anime instead showcases adorable little female characters.

BUZZER BEATER tells the story of high school students or professional basketball, but the match is between humans and aliens.