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The Lakers got rave reviews for drafting Cameron Carr, and this summer has been going swimmingly with their newest rookie. Carr is overjoyed to be a part of the Lakers and has looked good during Summer League play.
While things have gone well for Carr so far, he knows improvements and development are needed. Carr has shown some good shooting ability, and while all teams want more of that, the Lakers really need him to grow into his body so he can be a top perimeter player.
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“First things first, got to put on some weight,” Carr said at his introductory presser. “That’s gonna be an emphasis, being in a weight room as much as possible. It’s going to be like my second home. And then, of course, just, I mean, having great vets in front of you just to look up to and learn from and follow in their footsteps and take little things away from them and implement it into your life.
“Overall, I think it’s, it’s gonna be exciting. I know I keep saying it. It’s repetitive, but man, y’all don’t understand how much of a joy it is and a blessing to be here in this situation. So just learn and, and follow in their footsteps.”
Carr is listed at 6’5″ and 184 lbs. That’s a very light frame, even for a perimeter player. He wants to be great, but he has to bulk up so he doesn’t get pushed around or bullied on the court, particularly on defense.
The good thing is that he’s well aware of these perceived weaknesses and is prioritizing addressing them. Now that he’s a pro with the Lakers, he’ll have all the resources he needs to build up his body and become a great guard.
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The weight room being his new home is the quickest way to make his desired outcome a reality.
While Carr is particularly light, it’s not uncommon for rookies to start much smaller than they’ll ultimately be. With years of work and training, players typically gain weight and figure out the weight they need to be at to maximize their talent.
This is what the goal should be for Carr, and as long as his words match his actions, he’s well on his way.
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Publish date : 2026-07-11 23:14:00
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