The Los Angeles Lakers have rescinded their trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams, as reported by Moneyline. The decision comes after Williams underwent a physical examination that revealed multiple issues, leading the Lakers to fail him on the exam. Despite the concerns, it was noted that the physical was not failed due to any back-related problems.

The originally proposed trade was contingent upon both Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht successfully passing physicals. Following the failed examination, the Lakers were unable to amend the trade, as the deadline for such adjustments had already passed. Consequently, Williams will return to the Charlotte Hornets, while Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish were expected to join the Lakers as part of the trade.

NBA insider Marc Stein reported that the Lakers announced the rescindment of the trade, citing a failure to satisfy a condition of the transaction. The initial agreement involved the Lakers acquiring Williams in exchange for Knecht, alongside a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap. Further updates and analyses will be provided as more details emerge.