The Golden State Warriors opened their 2026 Summer League campaign with a blowout win against the Los Angeles Lakers, defeating their Pacific Division rivals by a score of 104-72.
The game offered Warriors fans their first look at No. 11 overall pick Yaxel Lendeborg, who was dominant. The former Michigan Wolverine was a perfect 6-for-6 from the field, including 4-for-4 from 3-point range, scoring 19 points in 22 minutes. He also tallied six ****** ists, five rebounds, one steal and one block.
Will Richard impressed as well, scoring 16 points on 6-for-8 shooting, including 4-for-5 from beyond the arc, to go along with three rebounds, three ****** ists and three steals. Despite missing four free throws, Lachlan Olbrich was a bright spot off the bench, tallying a +27 plus-minus, scoring six points with five rebounds, four ****** ists, one block and zero turnovers.
Recent No. 24 overall selection Cameron Carr was the lone bright spot for the Lakers, also scoring 19 points on 7-for-15 shooting. The Warriors will suit up next against the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday.
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