Warriors' Yaxel Lendeborg Says He Won't Take Media Training, 'Going to Stay True to Myself'

Warriors' Yaxel Lendeborg Says He Won't Take Media Training, 'Going to Stay True to Myself'

Adam WellsOct 30, 2026

Having already garnered as much attention for things he says as his play on the court, Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has no intention of changing his approach.

Speaking to Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle, Lendeborg explained he is "going to stay true to myself" when asked about potentially taking media training:

"I'm not doing that, man. I'm going to stay true to myself, and be honest. I've seen plenty of interviews where people are talking and it's like, 'Man, I don't want to watch this,' you know what I mean? And it's not like I'm click-baiting or click-farming or whatever the heck people are saying. But it's like, that's honestly how I feel," Lendeborg continued. "And I'm not gonna lie about it. I've never been a liar. So, just tell the truth."

One of the biggest stories of the NBA season thus far came on opening night after the Wariors lost to the Los Angeles Lakers, when Lendeborg called out Luka Dončić for frequently complaining to the officials.

There have been moments since then that have endeared Lendeborg to fans. During a postgame in...