It took zero time for Luka Dončić and Yaxel Lendeborg to dial up the chippiness in the 2026-27 season opener. In the very first game for both the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, these two went back and forth, jawing at each other in the first half until Lendeborg got slapped with a technical foul.
Rookie Learns a Quick Lesson
You can talk all the trash you want, but there’s a difference between not backing down and needlessly poking a superstar. Golden State’s rookie, Lendeborg, found out that very important distinction the hard way on Wednesday night. It’s safe to say Luka absolutely got the best of that exchange.
The Season Starts With a Bang
This early-season altercation shows us right away that this NBA season isn’t pulling any punches. The tension was palpable from minute one, setting a tone for what’s sure to be a wild ride.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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