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Joakim Noah trains in South Korea with former UFC fighter

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:33 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Joakim Noah trains in South Korea with former UFC fighter

Summary

Joakim Noah, former Chicago Bulls big man, recently visited South Korea as part of his post-retirement travels. In a segment for NBA Take Two Media’s NOMAD on YouTube, he immersed himself in Korean basketball culture and trained with UFC fighter Jung Chan-sung, also known as The Korean Zombie. During his time in Seoul, Noah participated in a mitts session with Jung and enjoyed local cuisine, reflecting on competitiveness and humility in sports. This trip is part of a series exploring basketball internationally, with upcoming episodes featuring Senegal.

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By the Numbers

•Joakim Noah traveled to South Korea for an NBA project.
•He trained with UFC fighter Jung Chan-sung in Seoul.
•Noah experienced the Korean Basketball League and local culture.
•He discussed competitiveness and humility with Jung.
•Upcoming episodes of NOMAD will feature Senegal.

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Former Chicago Bulls big man Joakim Noah recently traveled to South Korea. He has been doing a lot of traveling since retiring in 2020, but his recent trip was part of his work with the NBA.In the latest episode of NBA Take Two Media’s NOMAD on YouTube, Noah went to Seoul to experience the basketball […] The post Chicago Bulls Legend Joakim Noah Works Out With Former UFC Fighter appeared first on HEAVY.
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