Warriors' Yaxel Lendeborg Shines in Impressive Summer League Opener

WHO:

USA Today - Yaxel Lendeborg, Golden State Warriors, Khalid Robinson (Warriors coach), Los Angeles Lakers

NBC Sports Bay Area - Yaxel Lendeborg, Warriors players LJ Cryer, Will Richard, Malevy Leons, Graham Ike

WHAT:

USA Today - Lendeborg scored 11 points in the first quarter, making all three of his 3-point attempts.

USA Today - Lendeborg scored 16 points in the first half, along with three assists and four rebounds.

USA Today - Lendeborg assessed his debut performance as a "B," noting he "messed up a lot of defensive rotations."

USA Today - Lendeborg stated, "I definitely think that I could probably be in the 37-plus range for threes if I keep shooting with confidence."

USA Today - Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 points in 22 minutes during his debut at the California Classic.

USA Today - Lendeborg shot 6-for-6 from the field, including 4-for-4 from 3-point range.

NBC Sports Bay Area - Lendeborg led the Warriors in rebounds (five) and assists (six) during the game.

NBC Sports Bay Area - The Warriors won the game against the Lakers with a score of 104-72.

NBC Sports Bay Area - Lendeborg had four turnovers during the game.

WHERE:

USA Today - Chase Center, San Francisco

NBC Sports Bay Area - Chase Center, San Francisco

WHEN:

USA Today - Lendeborg's debut performance occurred on July 3, 2026.

USA Today - The Warriors will play again on July 5, 2026.

WHY:

USA Today - Coach Khalid Robinson emphasized the importance of force and physicality in Lendeborg's game.

NBC Sports Bay Area - Lendeborg's performance was a major reason for the Warriors' victory.

HOW:

USA Today - Lendeborg showcased his ability to shoot off the dribble, immediately scoring a three-point play at the start of the second half.

USA Today - Lendeborg showcased his skills by scoring, rebounding, and making plays defensively.

NBC Sports Bay Area - Lendeborg demonstrated confidence in shooting, having improved his 3-point shooting percentage during his college career at Michigan.

In an impressive debut, Lendeborg scored 11 points in the first quarter, making all three of his three-point attempts, and finished the first half with 16 points, three assists, and four rebounds. He assessed his performance as a "B," admitting he "messed up a lot of defensive rotations," but expressed confidence in his shooting ability, stating he could reach the 37-plus range for threes if he keeps shooting with confidence. Lendeborg also showcased his skills by scoring a three-point play right at the start of the second half.