Boston’s current and future success hinges on one player, superstar point guard Rajon Rondo. After being drafted from Kentucky, he led the Celtics to the NBA title in only his second season as a professional.
Rondo had multiple triple double games in last year’s playoffs versus the Orlando Magic and the Chicago Bulls. But his performances this year are nothing short of amazing.
His play is a barometer of the Celtics play as a team. When Rondo plays well, the Celtics will not lose.
When Rondo plays aggressively and pushes the tempo he creates lots of problems for opposing defenses.
Even though defenders back off of Rajon and dare him to shoot due to his poor jumpshot, Rondo still beats them to the basket with his elite speed.
In the series versus Cleveland, several players have guarded Rondo and none of succeeded, even Lebron James.
Rondo made his first all star game appearance this year and was named to the All-NBA first defensive team.
It is only a matter of time before he becomes a top 5 player in the entire league.