boston.com - 4/28/2009
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Rondo is making $1.3 million this season, $2.05 million next season, and is expected to receive a major increase in 2010. While Celtics president Danny Ainge prefers to talk about such matters in the offseason, Rondo's agent, Bill Duffy, said it would be a "natural move for both parties" to talk ...
pippenainteasy.com - 5/1/2009
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Is there any doubt that Rondo is a
thug? Grabbing Hinrich’s arm and throwing him out of
bounds. Who does that? Rondo has made 2 thug-like plays in this series that would even make Ron Artest wince. Rondo had 19 assists but was just 4-17 from the field.
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Playoffs Ain’t Easy: Nothing in Miller’s Throat
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redsarmy.com - 4/28/2009
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redsarmy.com —
He has slashed his way into the national
consciousness. Every layup, every rebound, every pass that impossibly
finds the hands of a teammate... elevates Rajon Rondo closer to the upper echelon of NBA stardom. Of course, we all knew he belonged there in the first place. But the ...
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The Ascension Of Rajon Rondo
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... just Rondo, everyone," Rivers said. "We can't make up our own defenses
on the fly. As a team, we had 21 or 22 switches and that's an amazing
amount for our team. Any explanations? Are the Bulls too quick and athletic for the Celtics? Today's Links: Herald - Typical Callahan Celts Can't Win Column | Bulpett - This Ain't Last Year | Defense Point of Emphasis for Rondo | Globe - Rondo Makes a Big Four | Chicago Sun Times: Don't Count Out ...
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Boston Celtics Basketball - Celtics news, rumors and analysis - CelticsHub.com —
... But if Rajon Rondo continues to play on this stellar level in the playoffs, should it be changed to “The Big Four”? “That’s very realistic, when you look at the way he’s playing,” said ABC analyst Mark Jackson, the former NBA point guard. “He’s been playing outstanding basketball. The only question mark is his ability to knock down the jumper. I don’t think those question marks will stop. But how much better will he get?” [Boston.com] ...
Rondo’s Kudos Becoming Plentiful
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... has his 4/28/09 Boston Globe Article Sharp At the Point: Playoffs bring out the best in Rondo. Looks at his triple-double performance and his all-around play, and also speaks to the “Big Four” going forward. He also broaches the subject of contract extension come this summer (Rondo’s agent is Bill Duffy). Anyone think that Rondo won’t command something near the max in his extension? ...
Game 5 News & Notes
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... . Marc Spears claims that it might be time to add Rajon Rondo to The Big Three, creating The Big Four. Mark Murphy explains why ...
Rondo Suddenly Key Player in 2010 Free Agency
The Sporting Blog —
... And guess what? Dude is part of the Free Agent Class of 2010, and no one even realized it. So while Boston must be thrilled about their newfound star, they might also be a little nervous, hoping that the two parties can work out an extension this summer. From The Boston Globe: ...
When Should Rondo's Contract Be Extended?
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Paul Pierce made three straight jumpers in the final 77 seconds of overtime and the Boston Celtics held on to beat the Chicago Bulls 106-104 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven playoff series. Rajon Rondo scored 28 points ...
