Yaxel Lendeborg seeks draft consideration from Mavericks coach Dusty May
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg is urging new Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May to consider him for the No. 9 pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Lendeborg has taken a direct approach, appealing on SiriusXM NBA by saying, "Dusty better draft me, or I’m gonna be very upset." He played a key role under May during their championship season with the Wolverines and is competing with teammates Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr. for draft positioning. Lendeborg's versatility and high basketball IQ are highlighted in his scouting report as he aims to reunite with May in Dallas.
- •Lendeborg publicly urged May to draft him for the No. 9 pick
- •He was a key player for Michigan, winning a national championship
- •Lendeborg highlights his versatility and basketball IQ in his appeal
- •Mavericks are revamping their roster following a disappointing season
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg Sends 10-Word Message Urging New Mavericks HC Dusty May to Draft Him
"Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg is taking a unique approach to get new Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May’s attention ahead of Tuesday’s 2026 NBA Draft. While prospects often utilize workouts and the NBA Draft Combine to get on teams’ radars, the projected lottery pick went another direction.
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