Mark Williams Prepares for Lakers Match After Failed Trade

Mark Williams has returned to the Charlotte Hornets after a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers was rescinded due to a failed physical, which Williams disputes, asserting he was healthy. The trade involved sending Williams to the Lakers in exchange for Cam Reddish, Dalton Knecht, and a future draft pick, but the Lakers canceled the deal shortly after it was announced. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver clarified that the Hornets did not file a formal protest against the trade's cancellation, despite initial reports suggesting otherwise. Williams, now expected to play against the Lakers, expressed his confusion over the trade's failure, highlighting his readiness and performance since returning to Charlotte. The situation has created an unusual dynamic as Williams prepares for a game against the team that exhibited buyer's remorse. This incident has sparked discussions about trade regulations and the criteria for passing physical examinations in the NBA.