On April 2, local time in the United States, defender Rondo, who had won two championships, announced in a show that he had officially ended his career. Although this form of retirement is somewhat simple, the 38-year-old Rondo's career is rich and exciting. In a total of 16 seasons, Rondo has achieved success with the Celtics and Lakers, earning two championship rings, and he is also a four-time All-Star, with his steals and assists.
The most impressive thing is Rondo's understanding of the game and basketball IQ, James once commented that Rondo is the team's "strongest brain". After retiring, Rondo will spend more time with his family, but at the same time he has bigger intentions. In a previous interview, Rondo revealed that he was waiting for James to buy a basketball team, and then he would serve as the team's coach. It can be seen that it is only a matter of time before "Long Guidance" is launched.
Rondo was the No. 21 pick in the first round in 2006, and he wasn't particularly favored by the outside world at the time. He is characterized by excellent defense and good arm span. But the Celtic saw the pearl and gradually discovered his potential. The Green Army has always emphasized defense and toughness, and Rondo's characteristics are more in line with it, which is an important reason why Rondo gradually started from the bench in his rookie season.
After their rookie season, the Celtics gradually formed a big three, and with the arrival of Garnett and Ray Allen, the Celtics greatly improved, and they defeated the Lakers to win the championship. And Rondo, although he was not a giant at the time, was also an indispensable and important player in the team.
After the finals, Rondo matured and became more technically well-rounded, and his career was on the fast track. Rondo has since won the title of assist king and has also become the "brain" of the team. After that, Ray Allen left and Rondo took on the role of third big man at Celtic. But as Garnett and Pierce aged, the Celtics never reached their former heights.
Rondo was traded to the Mavericks in 2014-15, which kicked off his career wandering. During this time, Rondo has worked with a number of superstars, but the most enjoyable work with James was at the Lakers, and he won another championship. Rondo's judgment of the situation on the court, his reading, and his basketball IQ are all appreciated by James. Lao Zhan commented on Rondo: "He should be the coach, he is the strongest brain of the team, he is really suitable for this role." Rondo was last seen in the NBA in the 2021-22 season, when he played for the Lakers and then the Cavaliers.
Rondo sums up his career this way: "I've done my best in the years I've been playing in the NBA. I love every minute on the pitch. These competitions have made me better and who I am now. I have told my friends many times that I am not doing this as a dream, but as a goal. I've reached it. ”
Text/Beiqing Sports Song Xiang