Mark Williams, who was initially traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, was sent back to Charlotte after the trade was rescinded and hasn't appeared in a game since. However, that could change on Wednesday night versus the Lakers as Williams has been upgraded to probable with a designation on the injury report as "return to play reconditioning.

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams has reportedly not returned to the team following the failed trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Charlotte Hornets have been in contact with the NBA as they explore options to dispute the Los Angeles Lakers' failed physical assessment of Mark Williams, sources tell ESPN. The Williams/Dalton Knecht trade was nixed Saturday, and now Hornets weigh avenues to challenge.