Yaxel Lendeborg recalls 'best night' after becoming a Warrior

He was the No. 11 pick in June.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 101 min read

"Best night of my life." Remembering the night Yaxel Lendeborg became a Warrior 🫶 https://t.co/Pu8cC8WVVk Via @warriors on X

What happened: Yaxel Lendeborg reflected on draft night in a post from the Warriors, calling it the best night of his life. The message revisited his arrival in Golden State.

Why it matters: The reflection comes before Lendeborg’s first NBA regular season and after a strong summer that raised expectations for his rookie role.

By the numbers: Lendeborg averaged 21 points and 10 rebounds in the 2026 Summer League championship game and earned game MVP honors.

What to watch: Training camp will clarify how large a role Lendeborg earns for the 2026-27 season.

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@warriors 2026-09-10T20:46:31.483882+00:00

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