The Warriors went with versatility in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, selecting Florida State guard Lajae Jones at No. 54 overall.Jones is viewed by many as a moldable two-way wing after establishing himself as a legitimate draft prospect with an average of 12.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists during his 2025-26 season for the Seminoles. The 6-foot-7, 220-pound Jones is 22 years old and worked out for the Warriors last week. BRO HAD THE ULTIMATE GREEN LIGHT Lajae Jones shot 21 3 pointers tonight against Georgia Southern 36 PTS | 10-21 FG | 10-21 3PT pic.twitter.com/0PATq0usc1 — B/R Hoops (@brhoops) November 22, 2025Jones is the Warriors’ second 2026 draft pick, after they selected Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg at No. 11 overall in the first round on Tuesday night. Lendeborg is a player Golden State believes can contribute right away, while Jones might need more time to develop.The last time the Warriors found success in the draft’s second round was when they took forward Gui Santos at No. 55 overall in 2022. He since has carved out a significant role in coach Steve Kerr’s rotation, and Golden State certainly is...
Warriors select Florida State guard Lajae Jones at No. 54 in 2026 NBA Draft
Published June 24, 2026 • 17 hrs ago
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