Yaxel Lendeborg Celebrates 24th Birthday as Warriors' Prepared Rookie

Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg celebrated his 24th birthday as he prepares for his preseason debut Sunday against the Clippers. Drafted 11th overall following a stellar collegiate run and a Summer League MVP campaign where he averaged 14.8 points and 6.8 rebounds, the forward faces high early expectations. Veterans Steph Curry and Al Horford praised his offensive feel and basketball IQ, while Lendeborg set his sights on All-Rookie First Team honors.