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Yaxel Lendeborg joins rare NBA history as Warriors cling to lone bright spot

Yaxel Lendeborg joined rare NBA history after another big performance during the Golden State Warriors' loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night.

By Peter O'Keefe · Blue Man Hoop

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 1:00 PM

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Yaxel Lendeborg became the equal fastest player in NBA history to record 50 points, 25 rebounds, and 10 assists.
The Golden State Warriors suffered their third straight defeat, losing 131-122 to the Phoenix Suns.
Lendeborg scored 26 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and made six 3-pointers against Phoenix.

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Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg became the equal fastest player in NBA history to record 50 points, 25 rebounds, and 10 assists. Despite his historic milestone, the Warriors fell to a third straight defeat to begin the season in a 131-122 loss against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday.

Writer Peter O'Keefe highlights Lendeborg as the team's primary bright spot, praising his offensive versatility and early Rookie of the Year credentials. However, head coach Steve Kerr noted that the 24-year-old rookie must improve defensively, citing poor weak-side awareness during the defeat.

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