Could a Mark Williams/Jusuf Nurkic combination work beyond this season?

Feb 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (5) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images / Jason Parkhurst-Imagn ImagesAfter the NBA Trade Deadline was concluded, the Charlotte Hornets were presented with a fairly positive dilemma: two starting-caliber centers.

When the Hornets dealt Mark Williams and acquired Jusuf Nurkic, it was not exactly expected for the two to have to play together. The league had other plans, however, with Williams deal to Los Angeles being rescinded.

The two have only played one game together. One could ask, however, can…