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Yaxel Lendeborg has been on an absolute tear to start his NBA career, and now the Golden State Warriors rookie is sharing that success with the person who helped make it possible. In his first YouTube video, Lendeborg surprised his…

By Miguel La Torre · Clutch Points

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 5:20 AM

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Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother, Yissel Raposo, with a brand-new house on YouTube.
Lendeborg credited his mother for motivating him and guiding his path toward the NBA.
Selected 11th overall in 2026, the rookie forward is averaging approximately 21 points per game.

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Golden State Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother, Yissel Raposo, with a brand-new house in his first YouTube video. Lendeborg presented the home to his mother alongside gathering family members, expressing his gratitude for her role in guiding him toward his basketball career.

Raposo, a former Dominican Republic national team player, helped Lendeborg stay on track academically before his collegiate career at junior college, UAB, and Michigan. Selected 11th overall in 2026, Lendeborg is averaging around 21 points per game during a six-game winning streak for the Warriors.

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