

Atsushi Murasakibara
紫原 敦
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Personal Description | |
Birthday | October 9th, Libra |
Age | 16 (Yōsen) |
Gender | Male |
Height | Yōsen: 208 cm (6′ 10″) |
Weight | 99 kg (218 lbs) |
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Team | Yōsen |
Position | Center |
Talent | Defense and Power |
Debut | |
Episode | Chapter 73 |
Anime movie | Episode 26 |
Atsushi Murasakibara (Japanese: 紫原 敦, Murasakibara Atsushi) is a former member of the Generation of Miracles and currently the powerhouse center for Yōsen High. His towering height and sheer strength make him one of the most feared players on the court, yet his laid-back personality often contrasts sharply with his formidable presence.
Émile Durkheim
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Born |
David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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Nationality | French |
Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Appearance
Standing at a staggering 208 cm (6’10”), Murasakibara is an imposing figure with a naturally intimidating aura. His long, lavender hair, often loose and untamed, adds to his distinctive appearance. His facial expressions rarely change from their usual lazy, disinterested look, making him seem detached from everything around him. Despite his apathetic demeanor, his sheer size and strength are enough to send shivers down his opponents’ spines.

Murasakibara demonstrating his love for snacks, a notable aspect of his character.
Personality
Murasakibara’s attitude toward basketball is paradoxical. Though he is incredibly gifted, he shows little passion for the game, often claiming that it’s “just a hobby” for him. He only plays because of his natural ability, and he’s known to get annoyed by people who take the sport too seriously. However, when he does get serious, he turns into a fearsome competitor. On the court, Murasakibara becomes aggressive and unstoppable when his pride as a basketball player is on the line. Off the court, he has a surprisingly childish side, especially when it comes to his insatiable love for sweets, which he munches on constantly.
Powers and Abilities
Murasakibara is known for his overwhelming size and strength, but his true power lies in his near-unstoppable defense. His signature move, Absolute Defense, is one of the toughest barriers for any player to penetrate, making him a nightmare for opponents trying to score. Even without exerting much effort, he can block shots and dominate the paint with ease. When motivated, his offensive game is just as devastating, with powerful dunks that showcase his raw strength. His physical abilities make him one of the most complete centers in the high school basketball scene.

Atsushi Murasakibara executing a powerful dunk during a game.
Height and Strength
Murasakibara’s height gives him an almost unfair advantage, allowing him to dominate both ends of the court.
Defense
Defense
His Absolute Defense is so effective that opponents often struggle to get past him in the paint.
Offense
Despite his focus on defense, Murasakibara can easily overpower his opponents with crushing dunks and post moves when needed.
Relationships
Taiga Kagami
Murasakibara sees Kagami as a worthy adversary after their intense Winter Cup match. Although Kagami’s fiery spirit is the opposite of Murasakibara’s apathetic nature, their on-court rivalry brings out Murasakibara’s rare moments of seriousness.
Generation of Miracles
Though Murasakibara was a vital part of the Generation of Miracles, he often found his former teammates’ enthusiasm for basketball annoying. He acknowledges their talent but tends to clash with their drive to improve.
Tatsuya Himuro
One of the few people who can actually influence Murasakibara’s behavior, Himuro is his teammate at Yōsen High. Their bond is close, but their views on basketball differ sharply. Himuro’s more disciplined and passionate approach often contrasts with Murasakibara’s indifference.
Trivia
- Murasakibara’s favorite foods are sweets, and he is frequently seen snacking on candy or pastries, even during games.
- Despite his incredible athleticism, he despises running and avoids playing any position that requires too much effort.
- His birthday is October 9, and his star sign is Libra, the same as his rival,Kagami Taiga.
- Murasakibara’s indifference to basketball frustrates both his teammates and opponents, as many feel he’s wasting his immense potential.
- He has a habit of calling people by insulting nicknames, further demonstrating his blunt and uninterested personality.