Lendeborg, Dybantsa pace early NBA rookie ladder

Lendeborg averages 21.5 points through eight games.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 11m1 min read

What happened: Yaxel Lendeborg and AJ Dybantsa earned top positioning in Steve Jones' early-season NBA rookie rankings. Both first-year players have moved into primary scoring roles over the opening weeks of the 2026-27 regular season.

Why it matters: Lendeborg has anchored Golden State's rotation during a 5-3 start, providing immediate two-way production in his debut campaign. Dybantsa has transitioned quickly to pro competition, establishing a consistent perimeter scoring presence across his initial appearances.

By the numbers: Lendeborg has recorded 21.5 points per game and 7.0 rebounds per game and 3.9 assists per game in 2026-27 through 8 games. Dybantsa has recorded 19.0 points per game and 4.7 rebounds per game and 1.7 assists per game in 2026-27 through 3 games.

What to watch: Both rookies continue regular-season action as team rotations solidify through November.

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@YahooSports Nov 05, 2026 · 20:24 UTC

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