Lakers trade with Knicks, select Cameron Carr in NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers completed a trade with the New York Knicks during the NBA draft, acquiring Cameron Carr, a 6-foot-5 guard from Baylor, with the 24th overall pick. Carr, who averaged 18.9 points and 5.8 rebounds last season, is noted for his athleticism and 7-foot wingspan. In a related move, the Lakers selected Sergio de Larrea from Spain with the 25th pick and sent him to the Knicks. The Lakers aimed to bolster their roster with dynamic wing players in this year's draft.
- •Lakers traded with Knicks to acquire Cameron Carr.
- •Carr was selected 24th overall in the NBA draft.
- •He averaged 18.9 points and 5.8 rebounds last season.
- •Lakers also drafted Sergio de Larrea with the 25th pick.
- •Carr is known for his 7-foot wingspan and athletic ability.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers swap picks with Knicks, select wing Cameron Carr
"The 6-foot-5 guard out of Baylor has a 7-foot wingspan and is the type of wing the Lakers had coveted in the draft.
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