Yaxel Lendeborg reflects on Warriors selection after being drafted

Golden State's newest forward gets emotional.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 241 min read

This Yaxel Lendeborg interview after being drafted by the @warriors is EVERYTHING. https://t.co/I9xwVwwmqJ Via @NBA on X

What happened: Yaxel Lendeborg spoke after being selected by the Golden State Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft. The forward, taken at No. 11 overall, described the moment as overwhelming and expressed disbelief at hearing his name called.

Why it matters: Lendeborg joins a Warriors roster that has leaned on veteran experience and now adds a young frontcourt piece for the upcoming 2026-27 season. A lottery selection signals Golden State is investing in long-term depth alongside its established core. The pick also extends Golden State's reshaping of its forward rotation through the draft.

By the numbers: Lendeborg was the No.

What to watch: Watch how Lendeborg fits into Golden State's rotation through Summer League and training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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@NBA 2026-06-24T04:03:50.051516+00:00

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