Korean forward Lee Hyun-jung signs Exhibit 10 deal with NBA's Portland
Korean sharpshooter Lee Hyun-jung signed a non-guaranteed contract with the Portland Trail Blazers with an invite to training camp, the player's agency said Monday, giving himself a shot at reaching the National Basketball Association (NBA). Epic Sports said Lee, 25, agreed to the Exhibit 10 deal, a one-year, non-guaranteed pact that offers a minimum salary, with the Trail Blazers. Lee will be…
South Korean basketball player Lee Hyun-jung, known for his sharpshooting skills, has signed a non-guaranteed contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to his agency. The 25-year-old forward has been invited to participate in the NBA's training camp, providing him with an opportunity to secure a spot on the team. The contract, classified as an Exhibit 10 deal, is a one-year, non-guaranteed pact that includes a minimum salary.
Lee will have the chance to prove himself during training camp in the fall and earn a spot on Portland's roster. Should he not make it to the NBA, he will receive a bonus for his time with the Trail Blazers' G League affiliate, Rip City Remix. The player had initially hoped to sign a two-way contract, which would allow him to split his time between the NBA and the G League, but the Exhibit 10 deal serves as a crucial first step towards potentially launching his NBA career.
Lee, who graduated from Davidson College, entered the 2022 NBA draft but suffered a foot injury just days before it took place. Since then, he has been focusing on his recovery and basketball development.
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