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Paul’s frustration grows, even as he hides it
Paul’s frustration grows, even as he hides it
NEW YORK Never is there a wise time to test the tolerance of the planet’s best point guard, but Rajon Rondo (notes) has that irritating ability to push people’s patience to the brink. The sluggish state of the New Orleans Hornets had Chris Paul (notes) seething on Sunday night, his mood even ...
year, $55 million contract extension
boston.com — With the sides cementing the contract before last night’s deadline to extend players in the fourth year of their rookie-scale contracts, Rondo will become the face of the franchise when Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and Paul Pierce depart. After averaging ... (more) year, $55 million contract extension
Celtics MVP?  How about Wyc Grousbeck?
Celtics MVP? How about Wyc Grousbeck?
redsarmy.com — Take a look at great pro sports franchises... and take a look at crappy ones. Chances are you'll find one common thread: The success of a franchise usually hinges on good ownership. And good ownership usually means (a) the willingness to spend money and (b) the willingness to hold players ... (more) Celtics MVP? How about Wyc Grousbeck?
Your Morning Dump... where the Paul/Rondo thing won't die
Your Morning Dump... where the Paul/Rondo thing won't die
redsarmy.com — Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here... highlighting the big storyline. Because there's nothing quite as satisfying a good morning dump. So, here was Rondo surrounded with an embarrassment of point guard riches – K.G., Paul Pierce (notes) and Ray Allen ... (more) Your Morning Dump... where the Paul/Rondo thing won't die
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Rondo to CP3 “I’ve got a ring, and you’re never gonna win one”
Digital Sports Daily — “I’ve got a ring, and you’re never gonna win one.”  Those are the words that Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo told Chris Paul during a game on Sunday.  Words which prompted Chris Paul to seek Rondo after the game and drew the attention of the NBA. The two exchanged words during Sunday’s game and both received tech’s. Monday it was reported that the NBA was reviewing the incident. Yahoo Sports’ Adrian Wojnarowski has the full story.

Really? There’s no Chance This is CP3’s Fault Just a Bit?
Boston Celtics Basketball - Celtics news, rumors and analysis - CelticsHub.com — People seem to care about this feud. I think it’s being overblown beyond belief, but if you care, here are some new details, courtesy of two great NBA reporters. First, at Yahoo!: The procession of trash talk, sources said, pushed into the personal when Rondo was heard to tell Paul, “I’ve got a ring, and you’re never gonna win one.” A jerky thing to say? Absolutely. But, my god, do people remember the things Larry Bird used to say on the court? In any case, Ray Allen, one of the game’s great statesmen, entered the Hornets locker room and “all but expressed embarrassment” to the Hornets ...

A Couple Rondo Thoughts
LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog — ... Wonder what Rondo said to Chris Paul that got him so wound up? Adrian Wojnarowski gives us the inside story on Yahoo: So, here was Rondo surrounded with an embarrassment of point guard riches – K.G., Paul Pierce(notes) and Ray Allen(notes), a championship banner and a fat, new $55 million contract. Rondo felt emboldened, eager to engage Paul. The procession of trash talk, sources said, pushed into the personal when Rondo was heard to tell Paul, “I’ve got a ring, and you’re never gonna win one.” Chris Paul is ...

Rondo Versus Paul
Boston Sports Then and Now — Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul are not best friends. According to NBA.com, the league office is investigating the Chris Paul/Rajon Rondo, post game, altercation after Sunday’s showdown between the Hornets and Celtics in Boston. The Celtics pulled out the victory (97-87) but not without a fight from Paul and the Hornets. The game swung back and ...

Your Morning Dump... where the Paul/Rondo thing won't die
RedsArmy.com - The Voice Of Celtics Fans — Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here... highlighting the big storyline.  Because there's nothing quite as satisfying a good morning dump. So, here was Rondo surrounded with an embarrassment of point guard riches – K.G., Paul Pierce(notes) and Ray ...

The Fundamentals
BallerBlogger.com — Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports:  “This is a treacherous time for the 24-year-old Paul, a crossroads for a career that’s at the mercy of circumstances beyond his control. At a time when his twentysomething all-world peers – LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony – play for committed organizations with serious owners, the faulty infrastructure of Shinn’s flimsy franchise has undermined Paul’s championship ambitions. ‘I’m envious,’ Paul said. ‘I’m very envious. Those guys have been where I want to get to. This is my fifth year in the league, and I’m not trying to wait until I’m an old veteran in this league to win a ...

Ballin’: Clippers, Kings, Knicks Get 1st Win; Iverson Complains About His Minutes in Memphis Debut
The Big Lead — Larry Bird and cheerleader photo below courtesy of Blaze of Love. Minnesota 90, LA Clippers 93: Mike Dunleavy made a move, and the Clippers won! Dunleavy swapped struggling Al Thornton out of the starting lineup and inserted Rasual Butler. The result: Clippers win! Nevermind that Butler shot 3-for-15. Chris Kaman received MVP chants. Eric Gordon had 17 for the Clippers, and that guy needs more shots; he could score 25 a night in this league. Rookie Wayne Ellington, he of the hot girlfriend, went 0-for-4. New Orleans 111, New York 117: The Knicks got a win! They’re ...

Frustrations Are Just Starting For Paul
Blak4rest: Sports, Media and Vegas — ... The Hornets have fallen from among the elite in the West. Don't expect things to get much better for Chris Paul and company since owner George Shinn won't be dishing out any big cash for a major acquisition anytime soon. But an incident with Boston point guard Rajon Rondo, who just inked a new $55-million deal, over the weekend sent Paul over the edge. Yahoo Sports

Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Daily Links 11/3
LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog — Herald Programming alert: Len Bias documentary on ESPN tonight Celtics stick with point Rajon Rondo, Celtics reach big extension Still room to improve Rajon Rondo deal sign of no distractions Scouting report Celtics at 76ers David Lee helps Knicks ...

Daily Links 11/3
CelticsBlog — ... Patriot Ledger    Rondo grows into team player, leader Celtics sign Rondo for 5 years, $55 million Celtics win game but Rondo loses cool CELTICS NOTEBOOK: Pierce off to a sizzling start with his shooting Inside Hoops    NBA Rumors - Tuesday, November 3 Telegram   Rondo's future: C's bank on it Yahoo  Celtics/Rondo deal took so long due to maturity issues Paul's frustration grows, even as he hides it Newsday    ...

Sixers vs. Celtics: Let’s See What We Are Made Of
Recliner GM — One could argue the first game against Orlando was this season first test.  But being that it was the first game I wouldn’t. Tonight on the other hand IS.  Even if it’s only the 4th game of the season. You hear it all the time. “This game is a measuring stick for the Sixers.” “This is a barometer game.” “The Sixers will be tested.” But tested on what – specifically? For me here are the top 5 things the Sixers will be tested on. Offensive execution – For me this is actually the top concern for this game in particular.  Yes, ...

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Comments from the Other Side - Hornets 11/1
celticsgreen.blogspot.com 18 days ago — Can't say that I'm looking forward to this game. Celts are 3-0, Hornets at 1-1. Hornets still trying to jell as a team with 2 new starters in the lineup and six new players overall. Rondo vs CP3 should be a very good matchup. Somebody ...
Your Morning Dump... where Rondo ain't goin nowhere
redsarmy.com 18 days ago — League sources said the extension is for five years and guarantees Rondo at least $55 million. With the two sides facing a Monday deadline to get a deal done, Duffy said he called Celtics president Danny Ainge on Sunday to inform him Rondo was prepared to play out his contract and become a ...
Rajon Rondo not on guard
bostonherald.com 18 days ago — T onight s deadline on a contract extension for Rajon Rondo [ stats ] has the point guard about as concerned as going against a high school press. It s not the end of the world and it s not my last year, Rondo said before the Celtics [ team stats ] ...
Rondo Versus Paul
boston.sportsthenandnow.com 17 days ago — Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul are not best friends. According to NBA.com, the league office is investigating the Chris Paul/Rajon Rondo, post game, altercation after Sunday’s showdown between the Hornets and Celtics in Boston. The Celtics pulled out the victory (97-87) but not without a fight ...
To Sign Or Not Sign? For Celtics And Rondo That Is The Question!
feedproxy.google.com 19 days ago — The Boston Celtics and their starting point guard Rajon Rondo have some heavy thinking to do before the Monday deadline to give him a contract extension. The Celtics want Rondo to remain on the team and Rajon wants to stay in Boston. However that is not a guarantee that the two sides will ...
Rondo’s Extension: Were The C’s smart to cave to Rondo’s demands?
celticshub.com 18 days ago — AP First off, I just want to say I was on record believing an extension would not get done between the parties before the season started. I even advocated for the C’s to take the wait and see approach with Rondo’s extension last month.  ...
Rondo Ups the Ante: Collects Big Contract
celticsblog.com 18 days ago — More photos » by Brian Babineau - NBAE/Getty Images Rondo'd Browse more photos » It was quite a night at TD Garden. Contract Tension Player Match Up Tension The ...
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sportsofboston.com 20 days ago — You know in school when that one teacher that you really didn’t like always scheduled tests on Fridays? You studied (or at least said you did) all week, and on Friday you were ready to get the test over with and enjoy the weekend. The only thing worse than having a Friday test was having that ...
Rajon Rondo’s Ongoing Arbitrations
sportsofboston.com 20 days ago — You know in school when that one teacher that you really didn’t like always scheduled tests on Fridays? You studied (or at least said you did) all week, and on Friday you were ready to get the test over with and enjoy the weekend. The only thing worse than having a Friday test was having that ...
For Rondo, it's about dollars and sense
boston.com 18 days ago — This Rajon Rondo, in particular, is worth every red cent. And so now that the Celtics reportedly have rewarded Rondo with a five-year contract extension worth in the neighborhood of $55 million, it is incumbent upon Rondo to continue earning his ...
Rajon Rondo deal sign of no distractionsCeltics & NBA - BostonHerald.com 17 days ago
WALTHAM - The Celtics had insisted that Rajon Rondo's contract situation wasn't a distraction. While that might have been true, it's clear that all parties...
Rajon Rondo, Celtics reach big extensionCeltics & NBA - BostonHerald.com 17 days ago
WALTHAM - If the situation regarding Rajon Rondo's contract extension was a waiting game, then the fourth-year point guard won. And he hopes the Celtics did, too. ...
NBA reviewing Paul-Rondo incident (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News 17 days ago
The NBA is reviewing the postgame incident in Boston involving New Orleans guard Chris Paul and the Celtics' Rajon Rondo. Paul pursued Rondo toward the Celtics' locker room and had to be blocked by Boston assistant coaches after the Celtics' 97-87 ...
NBA reviewing Paul-Rondo incident in BostonNBA.com: News 17 days ago
The NBA is reviewing the postgame incident in Boston involving New Orleans guard Chris Paul and the Celtics' Rajon Rondo.
Sports shortsNY Post: Sports 17 days ago
NBA: Rondo signs extension Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo says he has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Celtics, keeping the star point guard from entering the market as a restricted free agent after the season. * Bucks guard Mic...