Jimmy Butler offers candid view on Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg
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Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler shared his unfiltered thoughts on Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, according to a report published June 25, 2026, by the New York Post.
The article’s headline describes Butler’s remarks as “honest,” indicating that the six-time All-Star spoke openly about the first-year forward. Specific quotes or details of Butler’s assessment were not included in the publicly available portion of the report, but the piece underscores that the veteran took time to address Lendeborg’s game.
Lendeborg, selected by the Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft, is expected to join the team for Summer League action next month. Butler’s comments add an early dose of league-wide attention as the 22-year-old prepares for his first professional season.
Source: New York Post
