​Throughout the California Classic and into the opening stretch of the Las Vegas Summer League, Yaxel Lendeborg has showcased a broad and impressive skill set, delivering a strong first impression for the Golden State Warriors. On Sunday night in Las Vegas, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft continued to make an impact, helping the Warriors secure another Summer League victory.
Lendeborg, who teamed with Nicholas Boyd and Lachlan Olbrich to pace the Warriors with 14 points, finished with a 14-point performance on 5-for-14 shooting from the floor. He also added four assists, three steals, and two rebounds across 24 minutes of action. His shooting beyond the arc remains a notable strength, as he buried four three-pointers on eight attempts from deep. Since the California Classic, Lendeborg has connected on 13 of his 21 attempts from three-point range, underscoring his ability to stretch the floor and space the court for his teammates.
Reflecting on his college days at Michigan, Lendeborg posted four or more made threes in just four games, with a season-high of five triples coming against Michigan State. Through four games in the Summer League thus far, he has already matched that high by hitting four three-pointers in two different outings. This progression signals a notable uptick in his perimeter shooting during these early Summer League showings.
Lendeborg’s early Summer League momentum has also included wins against squads featuring some of his former Michigan teammates and fellow 2026 first-round selections, Morez Johnson Jr. and Aday Mara. These early victories highlight not only his individual growth but also the evolving chemistry forming within the Warriors’ up-and-coming roster.
Fans can catch highlights of Lendeborg’s performance through NBC Sports Bay Area’s YouTube channel, where clips from his approach and execution are available. With Lendeborg leading the way, Golden State has moved to 2-0 in the Las Vegas Summer League, signaling a promising start for a franchise looking to cultivate its younger core ahead of the upcoming NBA season.
Looking ahead, Golden State’s next assignment in Las Vegas is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, when the Warriors face the Memphis Grizzlies. As Lendeborg continues to develop his all-around game—combining scoring ability, playmaking, and defensive versatility—fans and analysts will be watching closely to determine how his Summer League performance might translate to extended opportunities and potential roster implications as the season approaches. This continuing progression is a central storyline for Warriors fans who are eager to see how the team’s new lottery pick will contribute to an evolving championship trajectory.