Yaxel Lendeborg admits he used to hate Steph Curry, shares lighthearted exchange
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:22 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
During the 2026 NBA Draft, Yaxel Lendeborg was selected by the Golden State Warriors and revealed he once disliked Steph Curry, having been a fan of Kyrie Irving. Lendeborg's comments sparked a playful response from Curry, who welcomed the rookie with a humorous message on Instagram, saying he would work hard to become Lendeborg's favorite player. This light-hearted interaction suggests an early rapport between the veteran and the team's new first-round pick as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Yaxel Lendeborg was drafted by the Warriors on June 25, 2026.
- •Lendeborg admitted to initially disliking Curry during their rivalry.
- •Curry responded positively on social media, aiming to be Lendeborg’s favorite player.
- •The interaction highlights potential chemistry between the players.
- •Lendeborg now has the opportunity to learn from one of the NBA's greats.
- 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Steph Curry had the perfect response after new Warriors rookie admitted he 'used to hate' him
"Curry uses his wit, even late in his career.
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