Kawakami: ‘He can play everything’
Yaxel Lendeborg has been selected by the Golden State Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft following a rise from limited high school experience.
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Yaxel Lendeborg, a Michigan star and South Jersey native, was selected by the Golden State Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft. Coverage from The San Francisco Standard, CBS News, The Mercury News, and NJ.com highlights the selection and the versatility attributed to the player.
The Mercury News reports on an interaction between Warriors GM Dunleavy and Joe Lacob occurring prior to the draft pick. Future reports may clarify the specifics of Lendeborg's professional development with the Warriors.
Coverage does not yet specify the long-term roster plans or the exact nature of the interaction between the team's leadership.
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Quick answers
Who selected Yaxel Lendeborg?
The Golden State Warriors selected him in the 2026 NBA Draft.
What is notable about Lendeborg's high school career?
According to NJ.com, he only played 11 high school games before becoming a first-round NBA draft pick.
What did the Warriors GM discuss with Joe Lacob?
The Mercury News reports an animated interaction took place between GM Dunleavy and Joe Lacob, though coverage does not specify the subject matter.
Coverage (5)
- Warriors get a good player in Yaxel Lendeborg, but still need something great The New York Times · 10h ago
- Warriors GM Dunleavy explains animated interaction with Joe Lacob before drafting Lendeborg The Mercury News · 10h ago
- N.J. basketball alum only played 11 HS games. Now he’s a 1st round NBA Draft pick NJ.com · 10h ago
- Yaxel Lendeborg, Michigan star and South Jersey native, selected by Golden State Warriors in 2026 NBA Draft CBS News · 10h ago
- Kawakami: ‘He can play everything’ The San Francisco Standard · 10h ago
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