[On-site interview] The wife who stood by him in tough times was at the arena again... Hyundai Mobis's Seo Myeong-jin explodes for 13 points: "I am truly grateful"

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Ulsan Hyundai Mobis's Seo Myeong-jin expressed his gratitude to his wife, who has silently supported him.

Hyundai Mobis won 96-80 in an away game against Suwon KT at the Suwon KT Sonicboom Arena on the 18th in the 2026~2027 KCC Pro Basketball League.

With this victory, Hyundai Mobis improved to a record of two wins and four losses. Most importantly, they finally emerged from the long tunnel of a franchise-record 15-game away losing streak that had continued since the game against Anyang Jeonggwangjang in January this year.

On this day, Darius Bazley recorded a double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds for Hyundai Mobis, while Gagee Prime also contributed with 20 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Lee Woo-seok also scored 20 points.

Seo Myeong-jin was the one who set the tone early in the game. He recorded a season-high 13 points on this day. Even more impressive was that he scored all of his points in the first quarter.

Led by Seo Myeong-jin's performance, Hyundai Mobis took an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 30-18.

Hyundai Mobis head coach Yang Dong-geun welcomed Seo Myeong-jin's performance. "It has been a while since he made his shots fall," said Coach Yang. "I hope this becomes a turning point for him to regain his confidence." He added, "Myeong-jin providing offensive strength from the start of the game was a huge help to the team."

Seo Myeong-jin himself, however, was not satisfied with his performance. "My balance is improving as I play each game, but I am still far from where I need to be," he said. "I feel sorry for the team. I want to improve my physical condition and show a better form."

His wife's support helped him endure the period when his physical condition was poor. "When my body was in really bad shape, my wife helped me a lot by my side. I am truly grateful," Seo Myeong-jin said. "I think I need to work harder with a greater sense of responsibility going forward."

His wife came to the arena again on this day to cheer for her husband. "My wife came to watch the game today as well. She stayed with me until just before the game," Seo Myeong-jin said with a smile.

In front of his wife, who had endured the difficult times together with him, Seo Myeong-jin recorded a season-high in points, and the team escaped from the long 15-game away losing streak.

His close teammate Lee Woo-seok is also becoming a solid source of strength for Seo Myeong-jin. Once called a "top prospect," Seo Myeong-jin is now in his ninth season in the professional league. The conversations he shares with Lee Woo-seok, who has been with him for a long time, have become even more serious than before.

"I am married, and Woo-seok has also completed his military service, so we have both matured," Seo Myeong-jin said. "We talk a lot about being confident in each other."

He continued, "Woo-seok and I are currently roommates. We live together, refresh each other, and gain strength to play."

Coach Yang also left Seo Myeong-jin with praise and an assignment on this day. He needs to reduce the fluctuations in his performance from game to game and his chronic turnovers.

Seo Myeong-jin was well aware of this. "The coach says there should be no turnovers that come from complacent situations," he said. "I am fully aware of that part as well."

He then smiled, saying, "Going forward, I will make sure Coach Yang has more opportunities to praise me in the interview room."

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