Draymond Green called out Yaxel Lendeborg for lying about their first exchange. Green claimed that Lendeborg texted him and he responded within 30 seconds.
What happened?
Lendeborg said that he'd texted both Green and Steph Curry, but only Curry texted him back. However, Green denied this, stating that he had indeed responded to Lendeborg's text.
Green took to his podcast, The Draymond Green Show, to clear the air and made some threats about bringing back rookie hazing if Lendeborg didn't calm down. Green said, "Yaxel's been f**king lying, it's the Michigan way."
Why it matters for Draymond Green
This kind of banter back and forth is a good sign for the Warriors and their future chemistry. Green can be an intimidating presence, but Lendeborg doesn't seem to have any worries and is willing to have light banter with his esteemed teammates.
The fact that Lendeborg is willing to poke the bear that is Green speaks well of the kind of energy the Warriors might have next season. Lendeborg seems like a player that not only won't back down but is also willing to have some light banter with Green.
What comes next?
The Warriors are getting ready to welcome their newest player, and there's already some playful banter going back and forth between Lendeborg and Green. This rivalry by itself has already resulted in some banter on Instagram between the two.
Green is one of the most notorious trash talkers in the NBA, and Lendeborg has already shown that he's a player who isn't afraid to speak his mind. The two attended rival schools in Michigan, which has already led to some banter between them.
The Golden State Warriors aren't a team that's big on rookie hazing, but Green was willing to bring that back if Lendeborg didn't calm down. Green threatened that Lendeborg might have a 100-mile trip to a Best Buy in his future, just to name one example.
This kind of energy can build and even jumpstart Lendeborg's development, and while he might be setting himself up not just to be a friendly rival for Green, but also to be mentored by Green as well. On his podcast, Green made it clear that he's willing to take Lendeborg under his wing, but also won't hesitate to bring back rookie hazing if necessary.
The rivalry between Green and Lendeborg is already heating up, and it will be interesting to see how it plays out in the upcoming season. With Green's experience and Lendeborg's eagerness to learn, this could be a beneficial relationship for both players and the Warriors as a whole.
Green's podcast has become a platform for him to speak his mind and address any issues that arise. In this case, he used it to call out Lendeborg for lying and to make his intentions clear. It's clear that Green is excited to have Lendeborg on board and is looking forward to seeing what he can bring to the team.
The Warriors are looking to make a strong comeback in the upcoming season, and with players like Green and Lendeborg on the roster, they have a good chance of doing so. Green's leadership and experience will be invaluable to the team, and Lendeborg's eagerness to learn and improve will make him a valuable asset.
As the season approaches, it will be interesting to see how the rivalry between Green and Lendeborg develops. One thing is for sure, it will be entertaining to watch, and fans of the Warriors will be eager to see what these two players can accomplish together.