Lendeborg shines in preseason win

In a preseason game against the Denver Nuggets on Monday, 24-year-old Yaxel Lendeborg delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 31 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and dishing out 6 assists in a 134-114 victory for the Golden State Warriors. His performance was notable for a rookie and marked a turning point for the team.

Lendeborg steps up due to injuries

Lendeborg, a rookie, has been benefiting from the injuries of Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody, allowing him to take on more responsibilities with the Warriors. Despite missing seven of eight three-point attempts, he made an impact through his drives and ability to draw fouls.

Lendeborg adapts to coaching style

Lendeborg acknowledged that he still needs to adapt to the coaching strategies of his head coach, Steve Kerr. He mentioned that Kerr advised him to take an extra dribble before finishing a play during halftime, and he is learning through trial and error.

Kerr's approach earns praise

Lendeborg appreciates Kerr's approach, which he describes as treating him like a human being rather than yelling at him. He praised Kerr's intelligence as both a player and a coach, stating that Kerr provides the right tools for success.

Kerr commends Lendeborg's maturity

Steve Kerr expressed his satisfaction with Lendeborg's maturity and performance, noting that it is rare for a rookie to perform so well in critical situations. Kerr highlighted Lendeborg's composure, flair, and ability to read the game, distribute the ball, and be aggressive on the court.

Curry shines alongside Lendeborg

Stephen Curry also had a strong performance, scoring 24 points on 8-of-8 shooting, including seven makes in the third quarter. Curry only took one shot in the first quarter but still helped the Warriors take a 60-56 lead at halftime. Curry praised Lendeborg's impact on the team, emphasizing his ability to create matchup problems and his growing understanding of the game.

Warriors end losing streak

The Warriors secured their first victory of the season after three consecutive losses, with Lendeborg's performance providing a crucial boost in the absence of key players.