Lendeborg’s Chance to Break the Rookies Curse

Yaxel Lendeborg, the Warriors’ 11th overall pick and 24-year-old rookie, is ready to defy Steve Kerr’s history of benching young players — and he’s got a shot at immediate impact. With the roster thinning and a need for size and athleticism, Lendeborg knows he can’t follow past draft busts like Wiseman or Kuminga. He’s focused, prepared, and determined to carve out a role — maybe even a starting spot — right away, proving he’s the exception the Warriors desperately need. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a69b35adc9b4fe1d