While bringing in Luka Doncic was a no-brainer trade for the Los Angeles Lakers, they had a void to fill at center with the departure of Anthony Davis and did so by acquiring Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets.
It came at a steep cost with the team giving up Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 pick swap and 2031 unprotected first round pick. Williams in a young, up-and-coming center in the midst of a career year though and can partner with Doncic for years to come.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick has a previously relationship as a mentor to Williams with them both playing at Duke.