Warriors Host Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg Amid Nine-Team Pre-Draft Tour

National champion forward completes workout for Golden State.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 121 min read

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What happened: Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg confirmed he is working out for nine NBA teams ahead of the draft, including a recent session with the Golden State Warriors. The versatile forward recently led the Wolverines to the 2026 National Championship.

Why it matters: Lendeborg is projected as a late-lottery to mid-first-round pick, making him a primary candidate for the Warriors at No. 11 overall. His 7-foot-3 wingspan and defensive versatility are viewed as "plug-and-play" traits for contenders seeking immediate rotation help.

By the numbers: During the 2025-26 championship season, Lendeborg averaged 15.1 PPG, 6.8 RPG, and 3.2 APG while shooting 51.5% from the field and 37.2% from three-point range. He earned Big Ten Player of the Year honors and was named a consensus First-Team All-American.

What to watch: Lendeborg will continue his pre-draft circuit before the 2026 NBA Draft later this month.

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GNews NBA Jun 12, 5:34 AM ET

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