Yaxel Lendeborg to Be Questionable for Wednesday Game
The forward is nursing a minor foot injury sustained during Monday's loss to Denver.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Basketball
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Yaxel Lendeborg is listed as questionable for Wednesday night’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves after sustaining a minor left foot injury. The Warriors forward reportedly hurt his foot on Monday after tripping over Denver Nuggets forward Bryce Hopkins.
Why it matters
The Warriors injury report remains crowded as the team navigates the start of the season. Whether Lendeborg takes the court on Wednesday depends on his recovery from the injury sustained during Monday’s matchup.
Yaxel Lendeborg is listed as questionable on the official team injury report, joining Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody, and Kristaps Porzingis. It is currently unknown if the injury will require more than a one-game absence.
The players
Yaxel Lendeborg
A forward for the Golden State Warriors who is currently managing a foot injury.
Bryce Hopkins
A forward for the Denver Nuggets who was involved in the play where Lendeborg was injured.
Jimmy Butler
A Warriors player who is also currently listed on the team’s injury report.
Moses Moody
A Warriors player currently included on the team’s injury report.
Kristaps Porzingis
A Warriors player listed on the team’s injury report.
The details
Lendeborg sustained the minor foot injury on Monday, October 26, when he tripped over the foot of Denver Nuggets forward Bryce Hopkins. He was later observed limping following the game. The team has listed him as questionable for the Wednesday, October 28, contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves, and his availability will be determined closer to tip-off.
Timeline
Monday, October 26, 2026: Yaxel Lendeborg sustained a minor left foot injury.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026: The Warriors are scheduled to play the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Across the Bay
This report follows the standard set by the 2024-2025 NBA injury management protocols regarding transparency in player availability. It highlights the ongoing challenge for the Warriors to maintain rotation depth throughout the early season.
If you are planning to attend Wednesday’s game at the arena, expect a rotation update shortly before tip-off. Keep an eye on the official injury report to see if Lendeborg clears warm-ups.
The takeaway
The team’s ability to manage player health will be a key metric to track as the early season schedule intensifies. Watch the final injury report released on Wednesday for confirmation on whether Lendeborg will return to the court.
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