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Yaxel Lendeborg just won MVP of the 2026 NBA Summer League, leading the Golden State Warriors to a championship with a dominant 21-point, 10-rebound performance in the final against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 23-year-old rookie, selected 11th overall in the 2026 Draft, averaged nearly 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists per game, earning All-Summer League First Team honors. Coming off a stellar college career at Michigan, Lendeborg’s early pro success signals a bright future with the Warriors, who signed him to a four-year deal. His championship pedigree — from college to summer league — sets the stage for his NBA debut. The real test now begins as he integrates into the Warriors’ rotation.

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