Yaxel Lendeborg Set to Start for Warriors With Injured Veterans Out

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr plans to insert rookie first-round pick Yaxel Lendeborg into the starting lineup to begin the 2026-27 season, according to NBC Sports Bay Area. Lendeborg is slated to gain an expanded starting role with both Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody expected to be sidelined for an extended period due to knee injuries. The rookie forward will have an early opportunity to establish himself in the team's main rotation.