Rajon Rondo, renowned for his significant contributions to basketball, has officially announced his retirement after an illustrious 16-season career. Rondo achieved remarkable feats including winning two NBA Championships in 2008 and 2020, being named an NBA All-Star four times between 2010 and 2013, leading the NBA in assists three times, and being recognized as the 15th All-Time Assists Leader with a total of 7,584 assists. Additionally, he was named to the All-Defensive team four times. Rondo's retirement has sparked discussions about his potential induction into the Hall of Fame, with many reflecting on his impact as one of the last true floor generals in the game. His journey included stints with several teams, notably the Celtics and Lakers, making him the only player to win titles with both teams. As the basketball community bids farewell to Rondo, his legacy is celebrated by fans, teammates, and sports analysts alike, with LeBron James highlighting Rondo's exceptional basketball IQ and their successful partnership that led to a championship.
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Some of the best assists of @RajonRondo's career! Congrats on retirement to the 2x NBA Champ, 4x NBA-All Star and 3x Assist Champ ππ― https://t.co/QWMl1Ti4k2
The one who put the Raptors on the map as a franchise is going into the hall. Congratulations, @mrvincecarter15! https://t.co/Busayjr8vg
LeBron James on Rajon Rondo retiring: βOne of the best players I ever played with. Obviously, his IQ was out of this world. I was very lucky to get to team up with himβ¦ 'Do always talked about if he ever teamed up with me, he knew we could win a championship." https://t.co/HuhwVVQA0x
We have a Grizzly in the HOF! (besides Iverson lol) Congratulations to Vince Carter, who gave us a great three years in Memphis. https://t.co/65Vn8mln6H
Both former Raptors! Congrats to Vince and Chauncey on a well-deserved honour for very different but significant careers. https://t.co/EOkT9NgQXb
Rondo officially retires. How will you remember his career? Now on @undisputed
Carter: Eight-time All-Star, two All-NBA teams, No. 21 on all-time scoring list, a league-record 22 seasons played, gold medal at 2000 Sydney Olympics. Billups: Finals MVP on the 2004 champion Pistons, five All-Star teams, three-time All-NBA across 17 seasons. Hall of Famers. https://t.co/7Kg51ocZ1p
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LeBron James reacts to Rajon Rondo retirement #LeBronJames #RajonRondo https://t.co/BRu1uE8uBn
Is Rajon Rondo a Hall of Famer? π π 2x NBA Champ βοΈ 4x All Star π 3x AST Champ π₯· 2009-10 STL Champ π 2011-12 All-NBA πΆ 2006-07 All-Rookie π 4x All-Defensive https://t.co/triWxlvE0i https://t.co/vTE6XIyx7t
"What a time, it was definitely something that I never took for granted when I was in the game," says Rajon Rondo after 16 seasons in the #NBA https://t.co/jJhPMu1zQT
Why Rajon Rondo is retiring two years after last NBA game: He's a 'full-time dad' https://t.co/97B6ZSTjJN
LeBron James on Rajon Rondo officially announcing his retirement: βOne of the best players I ever played with. β¦ βDo always talked about if he ever teamed up with me, he knew we could win a championship. And we did thatβ https://t.co/GtLofpAUtg
"One of the best players I ever played with. Obviously, his IQ is out of this world. I was very lucky to team up with him." - LeBron on Rondo https://t.co/VDGbKIuboO
Rondo was one of the most memorable players I've ever covered the year I had him in Chicago. Polarizing dude for a variety of reasons but I liked him quite a bit.
Now that Rajon Rondo is retired, how would you summarize his NBA career?
Rondo is my favorite player of all time. He belongs in the Hall of Fame.
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A remarkable 16-year run π Enjoy your next chapter, @RajonRondo! https://t.co/l1m82e6A5H
Thank you for 2020, Rajon. Mavs, Kings, Bulls, Pelicans, Lakers, Hawks, Clippers, Cavs legend https://t.co/wCz7gVjo0d
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One of the last true floor generals leaves the hardwood with an undeniable impact. Enjoy retirement, Rajon. https://t.co/3OdW85zil6
Rajon Rondo is calling it a career: βͺοΈ2x NBA Champion (2008, 2020) βͺοΈ3x NBA Assists Leader βͺοΈ4x All-Star (2010-2013) βͺοΈ15th All-Time Assists Leader (7,584) Next stop: the Hall Of Fame? https://t.co/DNTuwy35To
Rajon Rondo is calling it a career: βͺοΈ2x NBA Champion (2008,2020) βͺοΈ3x NBA Assists Leader βͺοΈ4x All-Star (2010-2013) βͺοΈ15th All-Time Assists Leader (7,584) Is the next stop the Hall Of Fame? https://t.co/7GLzNsyu3Y
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Rajon Rondo is officially hanging them up. π https://t.co/By1RYAPi9l