The Lakers had been in the market for a big man, although names such as Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner floated around. The need for a center grew after the Lakers traded away Davis, and they filled that void by landing Williams in the deal with the Hornets.

The former championship teammates will find themselves sharing the floor just two weeks after being separated by L.A.'s blockbuster Luka Doncic trade.

LeBron James spoke to the media for the first time Tuesday about the trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks and brought Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.