The director of the 1998 sports drama film 'He Got Game' is Spike LEE, whose first name is LEE. LEE is an American film director, producer, writer, and actor who has been making films since the 1980s. He is known for his unique style of filmmaking, which often combines comedy, drama, and social commentary. He is also well-known for his collaborations with other filmmakers, such as Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino.