Cameron Carr drafted by Los Angeles Lakers in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Cameron Carr was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers, via the New York Knicks, with the 24th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Baylor University product averaged 18.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in his single season at Baylor. Carr, known for his three-point shooting, joins the Lakers' roster that previously struggled with depth beyond the arc. He is expected to work with Developmental Coach Ty Abbot to develop his skills further, particularly in handling and physicality. Carr's addition is seen as a potential boost to the Lakers' offensive capabilities, particularly with star Luka Dončić's playmaking ability.
- •Cameron Carr was chosen 24th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •He averaged 18.9 points and 37.4% three-point shooting at Baylor.
- •Developmental Coach Ty Abbot will help Carr adapt to the NBA.
- •Carr is viewed as a replacement for Dorian Finney-Smith.
- •He faces challenges in handling and physicality as a rookie.
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — Cameron Carr’s dad reveals which LA Lakers stars reached out to rookie guard after NBA Draft
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — How Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve?
"As the clock struck 7:52 pm on the West Coast, with the New York Knicks selecting for the Los Angeles Lakers at pick No. 24 in the 2026 NBA Draft, the world witnessed as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver read, “Cameron Carr from Baylor University.” Now that the dust has settled, Developmental Coach Ty Abbot and […] The post How Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve? appeared first on The Lead.
"The Los Angeles Lakers selected Cameron Carr with the No. 24 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and he’s already assimilating into the team.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 11:42 AMCameron Carr’s dad reveals which LA Lakers stars reached out to rookie guard after NBA Draft
The Los Angeles Lakers selected Cameron Carr with the No. 24 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and he’s already assimilating into the team.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 6:34 PMHow Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve?
As the clock struck 7:52 pm on the West Coast, with the New York Knicks selecting for the Los Angeles Lakers at pick No. 24 in the 2026 NBA Draft, the world witnessed as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver read, “Cameron Carr from Baylor University.” Now that the dust has settled, Developmental Coach Ty Abbot and […] The post How Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve? appeared first on The Lead.
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