Lakers trade for Mark Williams has been rescinded
The Los Angeles Lakers trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams has been rescinded. The Lakers cite the reason as the Hornets’ failure to satisfy a condition of the trade.
UPDATE: The trade has been rescinded as Williams failed his physical.
The Lakers say the trade was rescinded because of the Hornets’ failure to satisfy a condition of the trade. https://t.co/EZkaKfUTgF
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) February 9, 2025
The deal had sent Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 first-round pick swap, and a 2031 first-round pick for Williams.
Williams was expected to be the future center in LA as a lob threat, rim protector, and rebounder alongside Luka Doncic.
With the deal rescinded, the Lakers will have Knecht back on the team. However, their lack of depth at center could be costly.
