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Rukawa isn’t the type to give long-winded explanations. Instead, he’d demonstrate moves and expect his sister to mimic them. He’d dribble around her casually, waiting for her to pick up on the rhythm rather than directly instructing.

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He wouldn’t shower her with praise but would subtly acknowledge progress—maybe with a small nod or by tossing the ball back without a word. If she struggles, he won’t sugarcoat it, but he’d give her the necessary tools to improve.

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If she asks for help, he’d probably start by making her wake up early for practice, just like his own routine. He’d challenge her to follow his morning cycling route before they even touch a basketball, thinking endurance is key.

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He wouldn’t go easy on her just because she’s younger. If she wants to learn, she has to earn it. But if he ever notices her getting discouraged, he might slightly lower his guard without making it obvious.

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If he ever hears someone underestimating her because she’s a girl, he’d give them an ice-cold glare and completely destroy them on the court as a silent warning. He wouldn’t outright say, "She’s good," but his actions—like passing her the ball in a casual pickup game—would prove that he respects her skills.

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While he doesn’t express emotions easily, he’d probably smirk to himself if she ever scores against him. If she joins a team, he might “coincidentally” show up at her games, watching from the shadows.