Hyunjung Lee, a 25-year-old 6-foot-8 forward known internationally as the “Ace of South Korea,” earned a spot on the San Antonio Spurs Summer League roster for the California Classic. On July 5, 2026 he suited up against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center, wearing jersey number 26. Lee arrived in San Francisco with a clear purpose: to translate his reputation as a sharpshooter into a chance to earn an NBA roster spot.
Born in Seongnam, Lee grew up in a basketball family. His mother, Jeong A Seong, earned a silver medal with the South Korean team at the 1984 Olympics and once guarded future U.S. star Cheryl Miller. At age 18, Lee moved to Canberra, Australia to enroll at the NBA Global Academy. He then spent three college seasons at Davidson, departing in 2022 as the only player in program history to finish with at least a fifty percent field-goal rate, a forty percent three-point rate, and a ninety percent free-throw rate , a statistical benchmark that underscores his shooting efficiency.
Lee’s shooting pedigree was cemented on the international stage. In a World Cup qualifier last November, he set a FIBA single-game record by draining nine three-pointers against China, a performance that elevated him to a legendary status in South Korea, where he is often compared to Steph Curry. The achievement came after he left two recent FIBA World Cup qualifying games against Taiwan and Japan, choosing to pursue his NBA dream despite his national-team commitments.
Through his first two Summer League outings with the Spurs, Lee has posted a modest 3-for-8 showing from beyond the arc. Spurs Summer League coach Corliss Williamson summed up the expectation, saying, “We all know he can shoot the basketball.” Point guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie echoed that sentiment, noting that Lee “showed it in our minicamp” and that the team “trusts him.” Fellow Spurs call him “H.J.” and highlight his laser-sighted precision as a potential asset for a franchise that values floor spacing.
At his size, Lee can operate as a stretch four, pulling defenders out to the perimeter and opening lanes for guards. His ability to knock down contested threes forces opposing big men to step away from the paint, fitting well with a Spurs system that historically emphasizes spacing and ball movement. While he remains a relative unknown to the American basketball audience, his overseas experience and shooting pedigree give the Spurs a low-risk, high-upside option to deepen their roster depth.
The remainder of the California Classic will be the proving ground for Lee. Consistent shooting, defensive versatility and off-ball movement will be key metrics the Spurs evaluate as they shape their training-camp invitations. A strong finish could see Lee invited to the Spurs’ preseason camp, where his performance will determine whether he earns a longer-term role or returns to the Korean Basketball League to continue his national-team duties.
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