Why Yaxel Lendeborg has changed Warriors’ ‘outlook,’ according to Ramona Shelburne

ESPN's Ramona Shelburne reported that rookie Yaxel Lendeborg's strong play has transformed the Golden State Warriors' outlook this season. Speaking on Monday, Shelburne stated that the franchise believes they already have another star alongside Stephen Curry following Lendeborg's rapid emergence in the Rookie of the Year race.

Through his first 10 NBA games, the former Michigan standout is averaging 21.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, and four assists per game. His early contributions have helped Golden State achieve a 7-3 record and fifth place in the Western Conference while Jimmy Butler III rehabs an ACL injury.