Choosing to play another college season after dropping out of the 2025 NBA Draft, Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg had a lot to prove to improve his draft stock this season.

Yaxel Okari Lendeborg (born September 30, 2002) is an American-Dominican college basketball player for the Michigan Wolverines of the Big Ten Conference. He previously played for the Arizona …

May 27, 2025 · Yaxel Lendeborg, a projected late first-round pick in the NBA draft, will withdraw from the process and instead spend his final collegiate season at Michigan.

2 days ago · Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg Played 11 Games of High School Basketball. Now He’s a Contender for National Player of the Year. The Wolverines’ 6-foot-9 forward and two-time transfer …

Dec 19, 2025 · When Yaxel Lendeborg started face guarding David Coit and picking him up 94 feet last weekend at Maryland, it was a call Lendeborg made on his own.

May 27, 2025 · The top-ranked transfer of this college basketball offseason is in fact coming to Michigan. Yaxel Lendeborg is withdrawing from the NBA draft.

Jun 5, 2025 · Yaxel Lendeborg broke down on Michigan basketball's "Defend The Block" podcast why he transferred from UAB to U-M, rather than jumping to the NBA.

May 27, 2025 · Michigan basketball lands Yaxel Lendeborg for 2025-26 after his NBA draft decision. Can the Wolverines make a deep NCAA Tournament run?

Who is Yaxel Lendeborg? • Productive, versatile, and modern frontcourt big • Strong feel for the game, rebounding motor and playmaking ability • Mature and intelligent decision-maker • Team-oriented …

May 27, 2025 · Yaxel Lendeborg will hold off on his NBA career. The projected first-round pick will withdraw from the 2025 NBA Draft and instead enroll at Michigan, per ESPN. Lendeborg played for …