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Given his age and recent load management strategies, it’s likely the Lakers will use his injury as a reason for cautious play—resting him intermittently and managing his minutes carefully. Coward suggests that LeBron may be subject to a form of load management during the season, gradually easing into a more secondary role while still contributing on key occasions.
Final Thoughts
The consensus among analysts is that LeBron faces an important choice: adapt to his new supporting role or risk becoming increasingly marginalized within the franchise. His legacy as a Lakers legend is secure, but the current organizational direction prioritizes younger stars and team chemistry.