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Lee Hyun-jung Signs One-Year Non-Guaranteed Deal with Portland in NBA Bid

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

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  • South Korean national team player Lee Hyun-jung signed a one-year, non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with the Portland Trail Blazers ahead of the 2026-27 season.
  • The deal invites him to training camp but does not guarantee a roster place; he could instead play for Portland’s G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix.
  • Strong performances in the G League could lead to a two-way contract, while completing the team’s designated period could earn him a bonus.

Lee Hyun-jung is continuing his NBA challenge after agreeing to a one-year, non-guaranteed contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 26-year-old South Korean national team star accepted the league minimum to keep the opportunity alive.

His agency, Epic Sports, said on the seventh that Lee had signed an Exhibit 10 contract with Portland ahead of the 2026-27 season. The agreement does not guarantee him a place on the official roster, but it gives him an invitation to the Trail Blazers’ training camp, where he can compete for one.

If he fails to make the final roster, Lee can play for Portland’s G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix, while pursuing another route into the NBA. He could also receive a separate bonus if he completes the period designated by the team.

A strong showing with the Remix could open the door to a two-way contract, allowing him to move between the G League and Portland. The report also said Lee spent part of the offseason with the Boston Celtics and his former Japanese B.League team, the Nagasaki Velca.

Lee Hyun-jung signed an Exhibit 10 contract with Portland ahead of the 2026-27 season.

· Epic SportsLee’s agency announced the one-year, non-guaranteed agreement.
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