Why Lakers’ Luka Doncic gave Cameron Carr the game ball after win over Hawks

Luka Doncic presented rookie Cameron Carr with the game ball following the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Carr was awarded the keepsake to celebrate scoring his first career NBA points. Doncic, who led the team with 32 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, noted the significance of remembering a player's first career basket.

Carr received extended playing time due to the absences of Austin Reaves and Quentin Grimes, having previously logged only three total minutes after recovering from a preseason injury. Sandro Mamukelashvili also contributed 23 points and eight rebounds off the bench to help secure the Lakers' 10th win in 12 games under head coach JJ Redick.