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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addressed the controversy surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers’ rescinded trade for Mark Williams during the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend. The Charlotte Hornets, who were set to receive Dalton Knecht and other assets, have yet to file a formal protest, despite reportedly being in contact with the league office regarding their options.
Silver acknowledged the trade’s disruptive nature and emphasized the need to establish a standardized process for handling player physicals in trades. He suggested that advancements in sports science could warrant a reevaluation of current medical standards for trade approvals.
The rescinded trade had significant impacts on the players involved. Mark Williams remains with the Hornets but has yet to play, while Dalton Knecht, who was briefly introduced in Charlotte, has returned to the Lakers. Knecht described the whirlwind experience as feeling “like a movie,” detailing how he traveled between teams before ultimately landing back in Los Angeles.
Silver assured that the league is reviewing the situation closely, regardless of whether the Hornets formally contest the trade. He stressed the importance of minimizing uncertainty in future trade processes to ensure stability for players and teams alike.