Cameron Carr of Lakers calls out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's flopping

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:15 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Cameron Carr of Lakers calls out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's flopping
Summary

Cameron Carr, the latest addition to the Los Angeles Lakers, expressed his views on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s playing style in a recently surfaced video. Carr indicated he would prefer to guard Anthony Edwards rather than cope with what he refers to as Gilgeous-Alexander's 'flopping'. The Lakers, having acquired Carr in a trade with the New York Knicks, hope to leverage his shooting and defensive talents to bolster their roster. Carr’s comments may set the stage for an interesting matchup when the Lakers face the Oklahoma City Thunder next season.

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  • Cameron Carr was selected by the Lakers on June 24, 2026.
  • Carr expressed disdain for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's flopping in a video.
  • The Lakers traded with the Knicks to acquire Carr.
  • Carr is seen as a 3-and-D asset for the Lakers.
  • The Lakers will face the Thunder next season.
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  • 1:15 PMYahoo SportsLakers’ draft pick Cameron Carr previously called out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s flopping
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The newest member of the Los Angeles Lakers has already made his thoughts on one of the NBA’s best players clear. In a video that resurfaced after his selection Tuesday, Cameron Carr reveals that he is not keen on dealing…

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