It has spawned several spin-off works, video games, TV series, movies, and merchandise.
The manga's creator, Takehiko Inoue, was a basketball player himself, and his passion for the sport shines through in the intricacies of the game he portrays. Due to its popularity and influence, Slam Dunk received numerous accolades including the prestigious Shogakukan Manga Award in the shonen category in 1994. It has spawned several spin-off works, video games, TV series, movies, and merchandise.