Los Angeles Lakers Acquire Mark Williams from Hornets in Exchange for Knecht, Reddish, and Draft Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers made a significant move on February 5, 2025, acquiring center Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets. This deal marks a major step towards filling the Lakers’ roster gap after the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade over the weekend. The Lakers traded Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick, and a 2030 pick swap to secure Williams.
Why Lakers Traded for Mark Williams
Mark Williams, a 7-foot center from Duke, is having an outstanding season, averaging 15.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks. His verticality on the court perfectly complements the Lakers’ style of play, especially with star player Luka Doncic. Williams has proven to be an excellent fit, providing the Lakers with a starting center who can thrive in both offense and defense.
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What the Lakers Lose in the Trade
In this trade, the Lakers part ways with Dalton Knecht, the sharp-shooting No. 17 pick from the 2024 NBA draft. Knecht has impressed with his shooting ability, ranking fifth in total points and second in total 3-pointers among rookies this season. They also trade Cam Reddish, a talented wing player, and draft picks that could prove valuable for the Hornets in the future.
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Hornets’ Draft Strategy
As a result of the trade, the Hornets continue to build up their draft assets, including multiple first-round picks in the coming years. They have secured a top-14 protected first from Miami (2027), a top-two protected first from Dallas (2027), and two unprotected first-round picks from the Lakers in 2030 and 2031.
This trade has solidified the Lakers’ center position, adding a crucial piece to their championship aspirations.
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