Lakers, Mark Williams and Charlotte Hornets

Lakers beat reporter gives Hornets 1% chance of winning Mark Williams dispute
The Charlotte Hornets head into the All-Star break with three straight losses, mounting injuries, and a disputed trade. They sent Mark Williams to the Los Angel
This ugly Mark Williams failed Lakers - Hornets trade saga is about to get so messy
The Charlotte Hornets have been in contact with the NBA as they explore options to dispute the Los Angeles Lakers' failed physical assessment of Mark Williams, sources tell ESPN. The Williams/Dalton Knecht trade was nixed Saturday, and now Hornets weigh avenues to challenge.
Lakers-Hornets Mark Williams deal falls through after center fails physical: Sources
The Lakers had agreed to trade Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap in exchange for Williams on Feb. 5.
Lakers' Dalton Knecht Talks 'Crazy' Mark Williams Rescinded Trade: 'Felt Like a Movie'
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Lakers' Reasoning for Rescinding Mark Williams Trade Revealed
The Lakers desperately needed to make this move as it gave them a true center on a roster that currently lacks one. After trading Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks in the Luka Doncic deal, the Lakers were left with just Jaxson Hayes, Christian Koloko, and Trey Jemison III as potential center options.
Lakers find new big man after Mark Williams trade fiasco
The Los Angeles Lakers are signing a free-agent center after the team failed to land Mark Williams. Alex Len is the new Lakers big man.
After failed Mark Williams trade, what’s next for the Lakers’ big-man plans?
A failed physical torpedoed the Williams trade, which could be a blessing long-term. But it puts LA in a bind for this year's playoffs.
Hornets Set to Dispute Lakers' Failed Physical Claim on Mark Williams
The Charlotte Hornets are expected to dispute the Los Angeles Lakers' claim that Mark Williams failed a physical assessment.
Lakers’ trade for Hornets center Mark Williams rescinded after failed physical, AP source says
The Los Angeles Lakers rescinded their trade to acquire Mark Williams from Charlotte because the center failed his physical, a person with knowledge of the circumstances told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
Lakers reportedly signing C Alex Len after Mark Williams trade fell through
Alex Len was waived by the Washington Wizards earlier this month, and was initially going to sign with the Pacers.
NBA Trade News: Lakers Face Wrath of the Hornets Following Failed Trade of Mark Williams
Shams Charania that the Hornets had been in contact with the NBA to explore options to dispute the Lakers' failed physical assessment of Williams.
Alex Len to Sign Lakers Contract After Rescinded Mark Williams Trade, Pacers Rumors
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Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Debut Views, Mark Williams Impact, Jayson Tatum Diss
Here is all the latest news you need to know about the Los Angeles Lakers, including the effect of Luka Doncic's debut.
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