Golden State Warriors weigh draft options and veteran contracts ahead of 2026 season

Golden State Warriors NBA draft Yaxel Lendeborg Draymond Green Kristaps Porzingis

The Golden State Warriors are evaluating several prospects for the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Yaxel Lendeborg, a 6‑foot‑9 forward from Michigan, has emerged as a leading candidate, with the team also scheduling workouts for Brayden Burries, Labaron Philon Jr. and Hannes Steinbach to assess their fit.

At the same time, general manager Mike Dunleavy said talks are ongoing with veterans Draymond Green and Kristaps Porzingis. Green holds a $28 million player option for next season, while Porzingis is a free agent after a $30.7 million expiring contract. Dunleavy described both players as “pieces of the puzzle” and expressed a preference for adding younger talent, though he remains open to retaining the veterans on cap‑friendly deals or exploring trade possibilities.

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