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Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg grabs attention with notable stat line vs. Lakers

Yaxel Lendeborg is showing himself to be a pretty quick learner. After scoring just four points for the Golden State Warriors in his preseason debut in a 104-101 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, Dubs head coach Steve Kerr implored him to be more aggressive in hunting his own shot.
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Jedd Pagaduan, ClutchPoints

Wed, October 7, 2026 at 5:55 AM UTC·

Yaxel Lendeborg Speaks on 'Crazy' Experience of Playing With Steph Curry

The rookie forward says sharing the floor with Curry has opened up the game for him.

“They’re More Lazy to Get the Rebound”: Yaxel Lendeborg Makes Bold Claim After Warriors’ Win Over Lakers

Yaxel Lendeborg made a bold claim after just his second NBA preseason game. The Golden State Warriors defeated the LA Lakers 124-98 on Tuesday, and the rookie felt a lack of effort in the paint.

Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg calls out ‘lazy’ NBA rebounders compared to Michigan days

After beating the Los Angeles Lakers 124-98 in a preseason game on Tuesday, Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg came to a surprising realization. Lendeborg led the Warriors with 17 points , nine rebounds, two assists, and one block in 21 minutes. After nearly recording a double-double, he revealed how easy cleaning the glass was. For […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg calls out ‘lazy’ NBA rebounders compared to Michigan days appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Warriors' Yaxel Lendeborg reveals what is 'shocking' to hear from Steve Kerr while learning system

The Golden State Warriors are very high on rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. For him, there is still some surprising factors to what is being asked of him.

Warriors' Steve Kerr pinpoints key area for Yaxel Lendeborg to improve

Steve Kerr detailed a key area of improvement for the Golden State Warriors rookie following their win over the Los Angeles Lakers

Yaxel Lendeborg Reveals How Steph Curry Is Already Helping Him

The Golden State Warriors are relying heavily on Yaxel Lendeborg having a breakout season as a rookie. Stephen Curry is already trying to help elevate Lendeborg on a lackluster roster that is not anticipated to make the playoffs. Golden State refused to take risky NBA trades or overpay flawed free agents to limit their improvement […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg Reveals How Steph Curry Is Already Helping Him appeared first on HEAVY.

Yaxel Lendeborg está "asombrado" por lo que le pide Steve Kerr en Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors confía mucho en el novato Yaxel Lendeborg. A él todavía hay cosas que lo sorprenden.

Warriors’ Steve Kerr knows Yaxel Lendeborg will say goofy stuff that will get him in trouble, but here’s why he ‘loves it’

The Golden State Warriors are fully in the swing of the preseason, scouting out some of their younger talent ahead of the upcoming campaign. All eyes have been on first-round draft pick Yaxel Lendeborg , who has had some strong moments so far during Golden State’s preseason slate. Lendeborg has quickly become known for his offbeat personality and […] The post Warriors’ Steve Kerr knows Yaxel Lendeborg will say goofy stuff that will get him in trouble, but here’s why he ‘loves it’ appeared first

Yaxel Lendeborg Says It’s Easier To Rebound In The NBA Than College: “They’re More Lazy”

Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has found rebounding in the NBA to be easy through his first two preseason games.

Steve Kerr’s ongoing Yaxel Lendeborg love fest puts a lot of pressure on rookie

As the Golden State Warriors look to return to contender status , the pressure on Yaxel Lendeborg to produce becomes more immense. Lendenborg is coming off of a national championship win with Michigan in the spring as one of the Wolverines’ key players. In a quote obtained by ESPN, Steve Kerr sees the rookie forward having a key part in the success […] The post Steve Kerr’s ongoing Yaxel Lendeborg love fest puts a lot of pressure on rookie appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Warriors nearly took another prospect over Yaxel Lendeborg.

Yaxel Lendeborg had competition at the top of the Golden State Warriors big board on draft night

Draymond Green Reportedly Frustrated With Yaxel Lendeborg Over Defensive Lapses At Warriors Camp

Draymond Green will not be taking things lightly in the upcoming season, and he let rookie Yaxel Lendeborg know. The Golden State Warriors are enjoying the preseason phase, and the rookie is looking to get crucial minutes before the regular season.

Warriors Nearly Passed on ‘Massive’ Rookie in NBA Draft

The Golden State Warriors brought in Yaxel Lendeborg as a polished rookie difference-maker. But here's why they almost didn't. The post Warriors Nearly Passed on ‘Massive’ Rookie in NBA Draft appeared first on HEAVY.

Warriors Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg Calls NBA Players “Lazy” After Honest Stephen Curry & Draymond Green Confession

Back in 2016, Yaxel Lendeborg was a big Kyrie Irving fan. Ten years later, the former Kyrie loyalist found himself walking into an NBA locker room alongside the player he once couldn’t stand.

Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg makes ‘scared’ confession about Stephen Curry, Draymond Green

Amid his first season with the Golden State Warriors, Yaxel Lendeborg is already getting plenty of guidance from Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. But being a rookie on a team that has a legendary shooter like Curry, he is not completely comfortable approaching NBA veterans yet. Speaking about his early experience with Golden State, Lendeborg […] The post Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg makes ‘scared’ confession about Stephen Curry, Draymond Green appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Warriors wanted Bucks rookie, not Yaxel Lendeborg for their No. 11 draft pick, says ESPN insider

The Golden State Warriors are high on Yaxel Lendeborg, but it turns out they were high on another top draft prospect. Golden State insider reported that they were wanting someone else, but he was taken.

2026-2027 NBA Rookies: 3 Expectations For Golden State Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg

The Golden State Warriors brought in a player from a group of NBA rookies who perfectly represents the type of thinking the team has going into Stephen Curry's final years. Using the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Warriors opted to go for one of the best upperclassmen in the class. That …

Yaxel Lendeborg claims it's easier to grab rebounds in the NBA than in college because players are lazy

Lendeborg expects to have plenty of 9-12 rebound games during the season.

"I'm Tired": Yaxel Lendeborg Gets Honest About Warriors' Rookie Duties Amid Steve Kerr's Remark

Yaxel Lendeborg isn’t hiding how demanding his first NBA training camp has been. The Warriors’ 11th overall pick has been adjusting to the team’s new five-out offense, sliding between multiple positions and taking direct instruction from Steve Kerr.

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