Acquired C Mark Williams from Charlotte Hornets for G Dalton Knecht, F Cam Reddish, an unprotected 2031 first-round draft pick and a 2030 pick swap.

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Mark Williams's trade with the Los Angeles Lakers grades out as below expected value, earning a D CVI grade. At $6.3M per year over 1 year, the contract carries financial risk relative to projected production. With $6.3M guaranteed (100% of total value), the financial commitment is heavily weighted toward the player. The team will need the player to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.