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Draymond Green praises Warriors' pick Yaxel Lendeborg after NBA draft

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Draymond Green praises Warriors' pick Yaxel Lendeborg after NBA draft
Summary

Draymond Green expressed approval for the Golden State Warriors' selection of Yaxel Lendeborg, the 11th overall pick in the recent NBA draft. Lendeborg, a former first-team All-American and Big Ten Player of the Year, averaged 15.1 points and 6.8 rebounds last season. Green noted Lendeborg's maturity and versatility could allow him to contribute immediately to the Warriors, who feature notable veterans like Stephen Curry. Green humorously addressed a text exchange with Lendeborg during his podcast, suggesting potential rookie hazing if Lendeborg continues to jest about it.

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By the Numbers
  • •Lendeborg was the 11th overall pick in the NBA draft.
  • •He averaged 15.1 points, 6.8 rebounds last season.
  • •Green believes Lendeborg can contribute immediately.
  • •Green playfully warned Lendeborg about rookie hazing.
  • •Lendeborg joins a veteran squad including Curry and Green.
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  • 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors' Draymond Green on Yaxel Lendeborg: 'That was a great pick'
What they're saying
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The selection of Yaxel Lendeborg has already earned approval from several of his Warriors teammates, including Draymond Green.

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