One of the biggest surprises through the opening games of NBA Summer League has not just been Yaxel Lendeborg's play. It has also been what has been on his feet.
The newest member of the Golden State Warriors has been putting together an impressive rotation of classic Air Jordans during his first two appearances in a Warriors uniform. For sneakerheads, it has been just as exciting as watching his game.
A Perfect Warriors Debut in the Air Jordan 11 Columbia
Lendeborg made his Warriors debut during the California Classic against the Los Angeles Lakers, and he could not have asked for a better start.
He finished a perfect 6-for-6 from the field, including 4-for-4 from beyond the arc, while wearing the Air Jordan 11 Columbia.
Yes, many people call them the Legend Blue 11s these days, but as an old school sneakerhead, they will always be the Columbia 11s.
It was the perfect combination of a standout performance and one of the cleanest Air Jordan colorways ever released.
Two More Jordan Classics Against the Spurs
Lendeborg kept the Jordan rotation going in his second Summer League game against the San Antonio Spurs.
He started the game wearing the Air Jordan 10 Orlando, another fan favorite that pays tribute to one of the NBA's iconic franchises. After halftime, he made a surprising switch and came out wearing the Air Jordan 11 Gamma.
Changing shoes at halftime is not something you see every day, but it gave sneaker fans two classic Air Jordans in one game.
Lendeborg finished with 11 points while continuing to show why Warriors fans should be excited about his potential.
A Sneakerhead's Rotation
If you followed Lendeborg during his college career at Michigan, none of this should come as a surprise. He regularly laced up classic Air Jordans throughout the season, showing a clear appreciation for some of the most iconic basketball sneakers ever made.
That trend appears to be continuing in Golden State.
While many NBA players wear the latest signature models or team-issued sneakers, it is always refreshing to see someone consistently bringing retro Jordans onto the court.
Hopefully This Is Just the Beginning
It is still early, but Yaxel Lendeborg is quickly becoming one of the most interesting players to watch for Warriors fans and sneaker collectors alike.
Whether it is the Air Jordan 11 Columbia, the Air Jordan 10 Orlando, or the Air Jordan 11 Gamma, his Summer League rotation has already been one of the best in Las Vegas.
Hopefully, this is a trend that continues throughout the season. Warriors fans love great basketball, and sneakerheads love seeing classic Jordans back on the hardwood. Lendeborg might just give us both.
