LeBron James was asked about those challenges after Wednesday's loss to the Hornets, but is understanding of how difficult it can be to pick things up mid-season. READ MORE: Lakers under 'immense pressure' to sign Luka Doncic after Mavericks trade "He still doesn't know all the plays.

LeBron James finished with 40 points and Austin Reaves scored 32 as the Lakers halted a two-game skid with a 110-102 road win over the Trail Blazers.

Mark Williams appears to have hard feelings when it comes to the Los Angeles Lakers. Williams, whom the Charlotte Hornets dealt to the Lakers ahead of the NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets had an unusual game on Wednesday, facing off after their trade for Mark Williams fell apart. It was the first game Williams played for Charlotte since he reportedly failed his physical and then had to return to the team that had agreed on a deal that would send him to Los Angeles.