But one factor in the deal that has arguably gone under-discussed is the Lakers — after sending out three players while taking back three in the Doncic deal — sent out one more player than the Hornets in this move, freeing up both their 15th roster spot and extra money under the second apron, as explained by ESPN salary cap expert Bobby Marks:

The Los Angeles Lakers made another blockbuster move on Wednesday evening, landing center Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets. Los Angeles was in desperate