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The Charlotte Hornets are expected to dispute the Los Angeles Lakers’ claim that Mark Williams failed a physical assessment.
ESPN’s Shams Charania shared via X.
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.
Mark Williams #5 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on February 03, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Mark Williams #5 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on February 03, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images
The Lakers rescinded the Williams trade on Saturday night after they said he failed the team’s physical.
