Lakers' Carlos Boozer disagrees with Byron Scott's benching

Carlos Boozer shared his thoughts about being demoted from the starting lineup in Sunday's game against New Orleans, along with point guard Jeremy Lin.

"Obviously it was a surprise," said Boozer, who had 12 points coming off the bench against New Orleans. "I didn't expect that. But if it helps our team win, I'm a team player. So if it helps our team win, that's what it's going to be."

Scott told the media he made the lineup changes because of the team's poor record and he started Ed Davis because he wanted a better defensive effort.

"That's just his opinion," Boozer said. "I have a different opinion," Boozer snapped again. "I'll keep it to myself."