Warriors express interest in drafting NCAA champion Yaxel Lendeborg
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are reportedly focused on selecting Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Jonathan Wasserman from Bleacher Report notes that the team may prioritize Lendeborg, a forward who led the Michigan Wolverines to an NCAA Championship and averaged impressive stats last season. His ability to contribute immediately alongside the Warriors' rotation is a significant factor in their interest. The draft is scheduled for later this month.
- •Warriors interested in Yaxel Lendeborg for No. 11 pick
- •Lendeborg led Michigan to NCAA title with strong stats
- •He averaged 15.1 points, 6.8 rebounds last season
- •Draft is set for later this month
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors 'still interested' in drafting recent NCAA champion
"According to NBA insider Jonathan Wasserman, the Warriors are 'still interested' in selecting Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick.
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