Still, the Lakers are in win-now mode, and Williams gives them a legitimate starting-caliber center who fits their timeline. If he stays healthy and realizes his defensive potential, this trade could ...

The Los Angeles Lakers front office can’t seem to keep their hands off the phone as this rollercoaster trade deadline continues to spring surprises every other minute.

On Wednesday, the Lakers acquired Hornets center Mark Williams in exchange for rookie Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish. Los Angeles also gave Charlotte a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick ...