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Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg Named Top Transfer by On3
The star forward has been invaluable to the Wolverines' success this season.
Feb. 6, 2026 at 2:55pm
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Michigan basketball's Yaxel Lendeborg, a key transfer portal acquisition, has been named the top transfer in college basketball by On3. Lendeborg has been a leader for the Wolverines, who sit at 20-1 overall and No. 2 in the AP Poll. He currently leads the team in points, rebounds, and steals, and is second in assists and blocks.
Why it matters
Lendeborg's recognition as the top transfer in college basketball highlights the impact he has had on Michigan's success this season. As a key addition through the transfer portal, his performance has been crucial in propelling the Wolverines to their impressive record and ranking.
The details
Lendeborg is averaging 14.7 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game, while shooting 50.0% from the field and 30.1% from 3-point range. He has had four double-doubles on the season and has scored 20 or more points in four games. Even in blowout wins, Lendeborg doesn't always have to be the team's primary scorer, as evidenced by Nimari Burnett's 31-point performance against Penn State.
- Lendeborg was named the top transfer in college basketball by On3 on February 6, 2026.
The players
Yaxel Lendeborg
A key transfer portal acquisition for Michigan basketball, Lendeborg has been a leader for the Wolverines this season, leading the team in points, rebounds, and steals.
Nimari Burnett
A Michigan basketball player who scored 31 points in a blowout win against Penn State, showcasing the team's depth beyond just Lendeborg.
What they’re saying
“Lendeborg is second in Division 1 college basketball in Box Plus/Minus (16.8) and he is top 20 in the country in Win Shares (4.2).”
— Jamie Shaw, On3 Analyst
The takeaway
Yaxel Lendeborg's recognition as the top transfer in college basketball underscores his immense value to the Michigan Wolverines this season. As a key addition through the transfer portal, Lendeborg has been instrumental in propelling the team to a 20-1 record and a No. 2 ranking in the AP Poll, showcasing his versatility and impact as a leader on the court.
