Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg doubles down on jawing with Luka Dončić: 'He's not Michael Jordan'
Lendeborg conceded that he might have gone overboard with his postgame comments, but he's not budging on his on his on-court trash talk.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has faced backlash from NBA fans after his verbal exchanges with Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić during their season opener. Dončić's message, "Hey, bro, you're 24 and a rookie. Relax," sparked criticism, but Lendeborg dismissed it. He told reporters, "I'm 24 in the NBA with the best job in the world.
Just moved my mom out to California. I'm living the dream." Lendeborg, a Michigan national champion, emphasized his outspoken nature, stating, "He's going to say what he wants to say. I'm going to say what I want to say. I'm not afraid to talk to nobody. He's not Michael Jordan." Despite the media's overemphasis on his trash talk, Lendeborg admits he may have gone too far, but it's all in good fun.
Lendeborg's outspoken attitude has earned him support from his teammates and coach Steve Kerr, who appreciate his competitive spirit and authenticity.
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