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Kerr confirms Yaxel's ankle is fine, set for preseason finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 9:04 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Kerr confirms Yaxel's ankle is fine, set for preseason finale
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Steve Kerr stated that Yaxel's ankle is fine after he completed practice on October 15, 2026. Kerr expects Yaxel to be ready for the preseason finale scheduled for Friday night. This training session follows concerns regarding Yaxel's health leading up to the game, but his participation suggests a quick recovery. The upcoming preseason matchup will be crucial for final roster adjustments.

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  • •Kerr confirmed Yaxel's ankle injury is no longer a concern.
  • •Yaxel went through all of practice on October 15.
  • •He is expected to play in the preseason finale on Friday.
  • •The team faced concerns about Yaxel's health prior to this announcement.
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  • 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Kerr said Yaxel’s ankle is fine. He went through all …
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