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Derrick Caracter

Born: 1988/05/04 Age: 23

Height: 6-9 Weight: 275

Place of birth: Fanwood, NJ

Seasons: 1

Drafted by: the Los Angeles Lakers in 2010 (2nd round)

				FG			3PT			FT			Rebounds			Misc
Year	Team	G	Mi	M	A	Pct	M	A	Pct	M	A	Pct	Off	Def	Tot	Ast	TO	Stl	Blk	PF	PPG
2006-07	0	18	0	3.2	5.8	55.8	0	.100	0	1.6	3.1	52.7	2.3	1.6	3.9	.300	1.7	.300	.400	0	8.1
2007-08	0	35	0	3.2	5.7	55.2	0	0	100	1.9	3.1	63	2.1	2.5	4.5	.500	1.8	.600	.900	0	8.3
2009-10	0	27	0	5.5	9.7	56.7	.100	.600	26.7	3	4.4	67.2	2.7	5.4	8.1	1.1	2.9	1	.900	0	14.1
2010-11	Lakers	41	0	0.8	1.6	48.5	0	0	0	.400	.600	73.9	.500	.600	1	.200	.500	.100	.200	0	2

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NBA Draft: Lakers Guard Heavy With First Two Picks In Second Round

Perhaps fearing the upcoming loss of Shannon Brown, the Lakers selected guards Darius Morris of Michigan and Andrew Goudelock of the College of Charleston with their first two picks if the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft.

+7 updates - last update Jun 24

With Lakers Eliminated From Playoffs, What's Next For L.A.?

Now that the Lakers have been eliminated from the NBA playoffs, what lies ahead for the former champs? The Lakers have nine players under contract for over $88 million for next season -- will they all return, or will some be traded?

+1 update - last update Oct 27 comments 1

Lakers Blow 22-Point Fourth Quarter Lead, But Beat Kings In Overtime To Clinch No. 2 Seed

The Lakers blew a 22-point lead in the fourth quarter, but managed to win in overtime, beating the Kings 116-108 in possibly the last-ever game in Sacramento. The Lakers clinched the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

+6 updates - last update Apr 14

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Paul: Psst, Derek, did they blow the whistle?
Derek: MY ARM ARGGHHHHH

56 The Credits: "Tomorrow, When the War Began"

by bluexfalcon from Silver Screen and Roll on Feb 8, 2012 11:01 AM EST

Lakers lose Caracter, set to face Boston.

ATLANTA, GA - FEBRUARY 02: Jannero Pargo #7 and Vladimir Radmanovic #77 of the Atlanta Hawks battle for a rebound against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena on February 2, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

26 Atlanta Hawks Roster: Deadline Passes For Players With Non-Guaranteed Deals

by Kris Willis from Peachtree Hoops on Feb 8, 2012 8:01 AM EST

The Atlanta Hawks made no roster moves on Tuesday and therefore the contracts of Ivan Johnson, Jannero Pargo and Jerry Stackhouse have become fully guaranteed for the season.

12 Orlando Magic Keep DeAndre Liggins, Guarantee Contract for Rest of Season

by Evan Dunlap from Orlando Pinstriped Post on Feb 7, 2012 7:29 PM EST

Orlando Magic rookie DeAndre Liggins will remain with the team for the rest of the season, as the team did not waive him by Tuesday's deadline.

FILE - This Oct. 22, 2010, file photo shows Los Angeles Lakers forward Derrick Caracter going after a rebound during the second half of their NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, in Ontario, Calif. Authorities say Caracter was arrested in New Orleans, accused of public drunkenness and shoving a cashier at a pancake restaurant. Police said the 22-year-old player was arrested early Sunday, April 24, 2011, and booked into jail on charges of battery, public drunkenness and resisting arrest. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

73 Lakers Waive Derrick Caracter

by Ben R from Silver Screen and Roll on Feb 7, 2012 3:04 PM EST

The Lakers appear to waive forward Derrick Caracter. Short discussion of Caracter and the implications for the team.

7 Decision Day for Utah Jazz non-guaranteed contract holders: Jeremy Evans and Jamaal Tinsley

by AllThatJazzBasketball from SLC Dunk on Feb 7, 2012 2:46 PM EST

Decision Day for Utah Jazz non-guaranteed contract holders: Jeremy Evans and Jamaal Tinsley

College of Charleston's Andrew Goudelock scores against Dayton defenders in the first round of the NIT NCAA college basketball tournament, Tuesday, March 15, 2011, in Charleston, S.C. Goudelock scored a career-high 39 points. (AP Photo/The Post and Courier, Wade Spees)

41 Beast or Burden: Death from Above

by Ben R from Silver Screen and Roll on Jan 27, 2012 6:10 PM EST

A look at the Lakers contributors and those less than so recently as part of the "Beast or Burden" series.

11 Game #14: Los Angeles Lakers (10-5) vs. Miami Heat (9-4)

by David Dwork from Peninsula is Mightier on Jan 19, 2012 1:55 PM EST

Game #14: Los Angeles Lakers (10-5) vs. Miami Heat (9-4)

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 5: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks at his hands as he walks off the court after losing control of the ball while going for the potential game winning shot in the final seconds against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on April 5, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. The Jazz won 86-85. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

9 Game Day: Los Angeles Lakers (7-4) @ Utah Jazz (6-3)

by AllThatJazzBasketball from SLC Dunk on Jan 11, 2012 4:55 PM EST

[New Preview] @SLCDUNK -- Game Day: Los Angeles Lakers (7-4) @ Utah Jazz (6-3)

Perry Jones III leads the Baylor Bears in scoring.

2 The Preview You Must View: Baylor vs Mississippi State

by Nathan Kotisso from Big 12 Hoops on Dec 28, 2011 2:00 PM EST

We preview today's non-conference battle between two top 15 teams: Baylor vs Mississippi State.

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Scouting Report

Assets	Flashes a nice mix of power, athleticism, and occasional dominance in the post. Big and burly with a long frame, but also fairly mobile in the paint.
Flaws	Needs to round out his overall skill-set and show he's put earlier attitude problems and underachievement behind him.
Career Potential	Depth big man with upside. Awards

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

February 7, 2012	Waived by the Los Angeles Lakers.
January 25, 2012	Missed 18 games (left knee surgery).
January 25, 2012	Assigned to Bakersfield (NBADL).
December 25, 2011	Left knee surgery, sidelined indefinitely.
April 13, 2011	Recalled from Bakersfield (NBADL).
April 6, 2011	Assigned to Bakersfield (NBADL).
April 5, 2011	Recalled from Bakersfield (NBADL).
March 29, 2011	Assigned to Bakersfield (NBADL).
January 9, 2011	Recalled from Bakersfield (NBADL).
December 27, 2010	Assigned to Bakersfield (NBADL).
August 13, 2010	Signed by the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2nd round (58th overall) in 2010.

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