While it would have otherwise felt like a normal game as basketball resumes action after a few days off in the schedule, this match is anything but normal. That is because after the two teams agreed to a trade that would send Hornets big man Mark Williams to the Lakers, the deal was rescinded.

Dalton Knecht’s handling of the failed trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets has impressed many, especially given the turmoil surrounding the deal. The Lakers made waves during the NBA trade deadline,

Despite earlier reports, the Hornets have not filed a protest with the NBA over the failed Mark Williams-Dalton Knecht trade.