: The humor in the chapter, such as Hinata's fascination with Asahi's beard and the "Rolling Thunder" gag with Nishinoya, provides a lighthearted contrast to the high-stakes sports drama.
: By securing Keishin Ukai as a coach, the narrative sets the stage for the legendary rivalry with Nekoma High to be rekindled. : The humor in the chapter, such as
: Tanaka notices that Nishinoya is covered in bruises. It is revealed that Nishinoya has been relentlessly practicing "block-following"—a grueling technique to ensure the ball stays in play even when blocked—demonstrating his intense commitment to the team's defense. Key Themes & Analysis It is revealed that Nishinoya has been relentlessly
: The chapter highlights the internal struggle of Asahi Azumane, the team's "glass-hearted" ace. Hinata meets him for the first time and is surprised by his mature appearance, initially mistaking him for a teacher. initially mistaking him for a teacher.