Draymond Green mentors Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg at training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
During media day on September 28, 2026, Draymond Green has taken on a mentoring role for Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. Lendeborg, who was drafted 11th overall, is working to develop his confidence and skills as he adjusts to the NBA. He seeks an All-Rookie First Team selection and aims to improve his performance on the court, with Green providing significant guidance. The Warriors hope to leverage Lendeborg's potential as they integrate him into the team amid roster changes.
- •Yaxel Lendeborg seeks to build confidence in his rookie season.
- •Draymond Green is actively mentoring Lendeborg during training camp.
- •Lendeborg aims for an All-Rookie First Team nod.
- •The Warriors have experienced significant changes in recent drafts.
- •Lendeborg was the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — How Draymond Green has become Yaxel Lendeborg's ‘vet,' helping Warriors rookie achieve hoop dreams
"Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg wants to develop full confidence in himself with Golden State, as he revealed to the Chronicle. Here's how Draymond Green has taken him under his wing.
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