LeBron James to have minutes reduced, while Lakers cast doubt on Lonzo Ball’s return

EL SEGUNDO — The rollback has officially begun.
The Lakers (30-35) have stopped realistically shooting for the playoffs, and with that shift comes changes: LeBron James will officially have his minutes “monitored,” as the franchise’s goal becomes preserving the 34-year-old’s health for next season.
Coach Luke Walton acknowledged after Friday’s practice that he had a conversation with James, who has not missed the postseason in 14 years, described as “pre