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Yaxel Lendeborg critiques NBA 2K27 ratings after promising start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 10:45 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Yaxel Lendeborg critiques NBA 2K27 ratings after promising start

Summary

Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg expressed dissatisfaction with his NBA 2K27 ratings during a livestream today. Lendeborg, who has averaged 21.2 points and 7.2 rebounds over his first 10 games, pointed to areas like shooting and defense where he feels his ratings fall short. The older rookie, having played six college seasons, is recognized for his quick adaptation to the NBA. With a current 7-3 record for the Warriors, he has garnered attention as a potential Rookie of the Year candidate. Lendeborg's comments highlight ongoing conversations about the accuracy of player ratings in sports video games.

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By the Numbers

•Lendeborg averages 21.2 points and 7.2 rebounds in his first 10 games.
•He believes his NBA 2K27 ratings do not reflect his actual performance.
•Lendeborg is among the top rookie scorers this season.
•The Warriors started the season 7-3.
•He is considered a contender for Rookie of the Year.

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10:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Can’t be in the gym’ – Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg outraged by his NBA 2K27 ratings

What they're saying

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Yaxel Lendeborg has surprised many fans with the way he has started his rookie season, but his NBA 2K27 rating isn’t quite to his liking. Lendeborg is much older than most NBA rookies, having played college basketball for six seasons before making his way to the league.
— Yahoo Sports

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