South Korean shooting star Lee Hyun-jung has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, the team confirmed. This move gives the 25-year-old a chance to compete for an NBA roster spot during training camp. The Blazers are looking to add shooting after a tough end to their 2025-26 season, which concluded with a 114-95 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on April 29, 2026.
What is an Exhibit 10 contract?
An Exhibit 10 deal is a one-year, non-guaranteed NBA contract. It's named for the 10th attachment clause in the league's standard labor agreement. The player joins the team for training camp and the preseason. If they don't make the final 15-man NBA roster, they can be assigned to the team's affiliated G League squad.
For Lee, that would mean joining the Portland Trail Blazers' G League team, the Rip City Remix. The contract also includes a potential bonus. He can earn up to $77,500 if he stays with the Remix for more than 60 days, on top of the standard G League salary of around $46,000.
Why did the Portland Trail Blazers target Lee Hyun-jung?
The Blazers are seeking perimeter shooting and international talent. Lee is known as a high-level shooter for the South Korean national team. His performance in last summer's NBA Summer League with the San Antonio Spurs put him on the radar of several teams.
He recently attended mini-camps with the Boston Celtics and New Orleans Pelicans to discuss a Two-way contract. Those talks didn't lead to a deal, opening the door for Portland. His agency, Epic Sports, stated that while a Two-way contract wasn't secured this time, the Exhibit 10 deal is a solid opportunity. You can track the evolving Blazers [squad](/squad) as camp approaches.
What are the financial and roster implications?
The contract has several potential outcomes for Lee Hyun-jung and the Portland Trail Blazers. If he impresses during camp and makes the NBA roster, he would receive the rookie minimum salary of $1.35 million for the 2026-27 season.
The team could also convert his deal into a Two-way contract. That would let him split time between the NBA and the G League. His salary would then be set at half of the NBA rookie minimum. This path offers flexibility for both player and team as they manage roster spots and development.
What's next for Lee and the Trail Blazers?
Lee will report to the Portland Trail Blazers' training camp this fall. His primary goal is to earn a spot on the main roster through his shooting and overall play. The team's recent form shows a need for new contributors; they lost their last three games of the past season and finished the final five with a 1-4 record (LLLWL).
If he doesn't secure an NBA or Two-way contract, he'll likely play a major role for the Rip City Remix. There, he can continue to develop and prove he belongs at the highest level. This signing is a low-risk, high-reward move for a Blazers franchise evaluating its options. Fans can follow the team's preparation on our [fixtures](/fixtures) page once the preseason schedule is released.
