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Warriors draft pick Yaxel Lendeborg had historic college single-game stat line
The Golden State Warriors drafted Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg as the 11th overall pick. Lendeborg is a former UAB player who recently won a national title with Michigan. He previously admitted to being a Kyrie Irving fan who hated Stephen Curry.
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The Warriors officially selected Yaxel Lendeborg as the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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Warriors Select Yaxel Lendeborg With No. 11 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft
confidence 100%The Golden State Warriors drafted Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg as the 11th overall pick. Lendeborg is a former UAB player who recently won a national title with Michigan. He previously admitted to being a Kyrie Irving fan who hated Stephen Curry.
What's confirmed:
- The Golden State Warriors selected Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Lendeborg played for Michigan and previously played at UAB.
- Lendeborg admitted he used to hate Stephen Curry while he was a Kyrie Irving fan.
- During the AAC Tournament in March 2025, Lendeborg recorded a game with 30+ points, 20+ rebounds, 8+ assists, 9+ stocks, and 40+ minutes with 0 turnovers.
- Lendeborg won a national title with Michigan.
Still unconfirmed:
- The selection followed an animated discussion between the Warriors GM and owner.
- Lendeborg is considered a divisive prospect due to his age.
- Lendeborg gave Draymond Green a rivalry jab.