The Charlotte Hornets made waves at the NBA trade deadline with a series of significant moves. The most notable transaction sent promising center Mark Williams to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for a package including guard Dalton Knecht,

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly acquired center Mark Williams for a package including their top rookie and their last tradable first-round pick.

In the 7-foot Williams, the Lakers believe they found a center who caters to the style that newly acquired All-Star Luka Doncic told GM Rob Pelinka he likes to play.