Yaxel Lendeborg reportedly was Warriors’ No. 2 ranked prospect
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Key Points:
- The Golden State Warriors selected University of Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, indicating high regard for the 6-foot-9 wing.
- According to a team source cited by Tim Kawakami, the Warriors ranked Lendeborg as one of their top prospects, with only Duke’s Cam Boozer rated higher on their board.
- The Warriors valued Lendeborg’s potential fit with the team over many consensus top prospects, most of whom were guards, despite Lendeborg being nearly 24 years old.
- Cam Boozer was selected earlier in the draft by the Memphis Grizzlies at No. 3, confirming the Warriors' unique prioritization of Lendeborg at their pick.
- While teams often claim post-draft that their chosen player was their highest-ranked prospect, the Warriors' enthusiasm for Lendeborg appears genuine and reflects their strategic draft approach.
