Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg addresses coach Steve Kerr's history with rookies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:31 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg expressed gratitude after being selected No. 11 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. During his introductory press conference, Lendeborg acknowledged the challenges of securing significant playing time under coach Steve Kerr, who does not typically rely on rookies. However, Lendeborg sees an opportunity to contribute, particularly with injuries to key players like Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody. Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. also highlighted Lendeborg's versatility, indicating he could fill multiple roles on the court. Lendeborg aims to make a strong impression as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Yaxel Lendeborg selected No. 11 in the 2026 NBA Draft
- •Acknowledged Kerr's hesitation to play rookies frequently
- •Injuries to Butler and Moody leave openings on the roster
- •Lendeborg praised for his versatility by GM Dunleavy
- •Seeks to secure significant playing time in season ahead
- 5:48 AMYahoo Sports — Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg takes a shot at Steve Kerr and Warriors without realizing it
- 4:31 AMYahoo Sports — ‘He Doesn’t Normally Play Rookies As Much’ – Warriors’ Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg Gets Surprisingly Blunt About Steve Kerr
"Yaxel Lendeborg is already making headlines after the Golden State Warriors picked him with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
"Yaxel Lendeborg cried when the Golden State Warriors made him the No. 11 pick of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 5:48 AMRookie Yaxel Lendeborg takes a shot at Steve Kerr and Warriors without realizing it
Yaxel Lendeborg is already making headlines after the Golden State Warriors picked him with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 4:31 AM‘He Doesn’t Normally Play Rookies As Much’ – Warriors’ Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg Gets Surprisingly Blunt About Steve Kerr
Yaxel Lendeborg cried when the Golden State Warriors made him the No. 11 pick of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.
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