NBA Draft Drama Unfolds as Warriors Owner and GM Clash Seconds Before No. 11 Pick The Golden State Warriors' 2023 NBA draft night got off to a dramatic start as owner Joe Lacob and General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. were involved in a heated exchange just before the team made its first-round pick. The intense moment, caught on camera, has left fans and observers wondering what sparked the disagreement. The Warriors ultimately chose Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 overall pick, but the tension between Lacob and Dunleavy Jr. has raised questions about the team's decision-making process and the dynamics within the organization. As the team looks to rebuild and return to championship contention, the drama surrounding their draft pick has already sparked controversy and speculation about the future of the franchise.


The Golden State Warriors drafted Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 overall pick out of Michigan, but the first round of Tuesday’s NBA draft featured a high-stakes moment for the organization. Owner Joe Lacob and General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. appeared to have an intense exchange seconds before the selection was made. Warriors owner Joe...