The Los Angeles Lakers were in the market for a center after trading away Anthony Davis earlier in February. Los Angeles nearly acquired Charlotte’s Mark Williams, but the player failed a physical before the team rescinded the trade offer last week.

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed veteran free-agent center Alex Len to bolster their frontcourt depth after their failed attempt to acquire Charlotte center Mark Williams.

Once considered a rising offensive star, Wood is now struggling to find a team willing to bet on his skill set over his defensive liabilities.