The Lakers nearly acquired Williams at the trade deadline, and they certainly could've used him against Rudy Gobert and Co.

Mark Williams went through a whirlwind of emotions back in February when he was sent to the Los Angeles Lakers in a deal that sent Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, and a first-round draft pick to Charlotte.

Mark Williams' failed physical was reportedly not the only reason the Lakers called off their attempted trade for the young and promising center.