Alex Len Signs with Los Angeles Lakers After Trade Fallout

In a significant move for the Los Angeles Lakers, free agent center Alex Len has officially agreed to sign with the team. This decision comes on the heels of the Lakers' trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams being rescinded. Initially, Len had planned to join the Indiana Pacers after being waived by the Washington Wizards, but the situation surrounding Williams provided him with a new opportunity with the Lakers.

Len, a 31-year-old veteran with a height of 7 feet, was previously acquired by the Wizards from the Sacramento Kings. His time in the league has seen him averaging 1.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in about 7 minutes per game during the current season. With the Lakers needing additional size in their frontcourt, especially after trading Anthony Davis, Len's signing addresses this gap. Currently, Jaxson Hayes is the only other center listed on the Lakers' roster.

• Len previously intended to sign with the Indiana Pacers before deciding on the Lakers after the Williams trade was called off.
• The failed trade for Williams stemmed from him not passing his physical exam, leading the Lakers to seek new options.
• In his 12-year career, Alex Len has maintained averages of 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds per game.

The Lakers are expected to waive Christian Wood to create the necessary roster space for Len. The team's managerial decisions regarding player signings continue to revolve around bolstering their frontcourt, especially as they gear up for the remainder of the season and beyond.