Choi Jun-yong announces intent to join NBA from Korea

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Choi Jun-yong announces intent to join NBA from Korea
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Choi Jun-yong, a forward for the Korean national basketball team, declared on July 29, 2026, his aspiration to play in the NBA. At a press conference in Seoul, he expressed that moving to the United States is the next step in achieving his long-held dream. Choi has competed in the Korean Basketball League since 2016 and cited a desire for new challenges as his motivation. He has faced various obstacles in his professional career in Korea but realized he has always wanted to reach the NBA.

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  • Choi Jun-yong will relocate to the US for NBA pursuit.
  • He announced his intentions at a press conference in Seoul.
  • Choi has played in the Korean Basketball League since 2016.
  • He mentioned that he always felt something was missing in Korea.
  • His journey represents the aspirations of many Korean athletes.
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