Rookie Lendeborg scores 31 as Warriors rout Nuggets for first win
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has quickly become a key offensive option for Golden State, following a 26-point showing against Phoenix with 31 points and 12 rebounds in the Warriors’ first win of the season, a 134-114 victory over Denver. Stephen Curry likened Lendeborg’s ability to create offense to Jimmy Butler’s, while coach Steve Kerr has praised his versatility and said improving his defense is a priority.
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About Yaxel Lendeborg
Yaxel Okari Lendeborg is an American-Dominican basketball player for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was drafted 11th overall in the 2026 NBA draft by the Warriors. Lendeborg played college basketball for the Arizona Western Matadors, UAB Blazers and Michigan Wolverines. He was an NCAA national champion, consensus All-American and the Big Ten Player of the Year with Michigan in 2026.
Everything about Yaxel Lendeborg →- Occupation
- basketball player
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- September 30, 2002