On January 4, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season is in full swing. Earlier today, the Cavaliers, Knicks, and Cavaliers officially announced that a tripartite deal for Rondo had been completed. Rondo officially left the Lakers to join the Cavaliers, and the Cavaliers will become the ninth team Rondo to play in his career.
As the Cavaliers officially announced the deal, the Cavaliers crowd welcomed Rondo. Manager Bixtaf said: "Rondo has lifted the health and safety agreement and we are looking at when to make him and the team together and I hope he can join the team's training as soon as possible. Rondo is a good player who knows how to lead a team to win, especially in the playoffs, and that's one of the most valuable things he can bring to the Cavaliers. ”
Cavaliers player Mark Kanin said: "He's the guy I've always wanted to be. Whenever you bring in a competitive player like him, it's a good thing for us. ”
However, for this deal, the famous basketball reporter Evan Dammarell made it clear that he was not optimistic. He believes there are certain problems with the deal, especially since Rondo cannot replace Rubio. He wrote: "I hope fans will realize that Rondo can't magically help the Cavaliers solve all the problems on the court, he doesn't have Rubio's scoring ability. ”
So far this season, Rondo has played 18 games for the Lakers, averaging 16.1 minutes per game, 3.1 points, 2.7 rebounds and 3.7 assists, shooting 32.4% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range.
So far in his career, Rondo has won 3 assists, 4 All-Stars, 2 best defensive teams 1 team, 2 best team 3 teams, and twice won NBA championships.