As long as he's comfortable with the idea of not being in the rotation to start the season, this should be a valuable addition for the Lakers. By Sam Quinn. Aug 30, at pm ET 2 min read. Getty Images. See All Newsletters. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe.
There was an error processing your subscription. PPG 5. APG 4. RPG 2. Clippers vs. Watch Now:. Rondo met with the Pelicans on Thursday and again Saturday in Atlanta before committing to a contract with New Orleans, league sources told The Vertical. In Rondo, the Pelicans envision a potential starting or reserve point guard alongside Jrue Holiday in the backcourt.
Rondo is expected to provide the Pelicans with an additional player to run an offense centered around Anthony Davis and Cousins. Two sides working on financial terms right now. Shams Charania first. One source briefed on the meeting said it was "excellent," and the Pelicans and Rondo could begin negotiations as soon as Thursday, as there's enthusiasm on both sides to try and work out an agreement, league sources told ESPN.
Rondo played with Pelicans center DeMarcus Cousins in Sacramento during the season, and the two formed a strong bond. Adrian Wojnarowski: Pelicans see Rondo-Holiday on floor together.
There's real traction on a possible deal, league sources tell ZachLowe and me. Ramona Shelburne: The Lakers are still debating on what to do with their backup point guard spot after meeting with Rajon Rondo this week.
They haven't decided yet how to proceed. On the point guard front, the Knicks are looking at several different veterans and hope to bring one in on a short-term deal. There is interest from both sides, sources say. Rondo has clashed with members of his previous organizations, but young players in Chicago and Sacramento rave about his ability to mentor and develop them.
Ian Begley: There remains mutual interest between the Knicks and free agent point guard Rajon Rondo, per league sources.
Both sides are in touch as the Knicks continue to search for a veteran point guard. Rondo is likely one of several guards they are considering. But the club may create cap space via trade; the Knicks remain interested in trading Carmelo Anthony. There isn't unanimous support in the organization for signing Rondo. But it's worth noting that young players in Sacramento and Chicago have raved about Rondo's mentorship and his ability to assist with player development.
The Knicks are looking for a mentor to rookie Frank Ntilikina. The Lakers have insisted on remaining patient while they evaluate their options, which include recently waived guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, veteran guard Rajon Rondo, veteran guard Rodney Stuckey and year-old guard Tyler Ennis, according to league sources.
The Lakers also pursued Boston guard Avery Bradley before the Celtics ultimately traded him to Detroit to help clear salary cap space. They were also in contact with George Hill and Darren Collison, but both guards signed elsewhere. ESPN reported on the first day of free agency that the Knicks touched base with both Rondo and Darren Collison, though there was no substantive conversation regarding either player.
The Knicks have continued to be in touch with Rondo, sources confirm. But there is no scheduled meeting yet. Some people in touch with the Knicks recently came away with the impression that NYK didn't have strong interest in Rondo. The Knicks are looking for a point guard to mentor Frank Ntilikina, according to sources.
Derrick Rose and Shelvin Mack are other point guards on their radar. The Knicks heard from the Celtics, who are open to trading Marcus Smart. The club's interest in Smart is not know. The Knicks' most-recent contact with Rondo was first reported by Basketball Insiders.
Stefan Bondy: Knicks have not set up a meeting with Rajon Rondo, according to a source. Al Iannazzone: Knicks have reached out about Rajon Rondo, but no meeting has been arranged as of yet, source says. Rose is still in play, but the Knicks have had only internal discussions about point guard Rajon Rondo and have yet to contact his agent.
But they are monitoring the situation, according to a source. The Knicks are trying to find a veteran to mentor Frank Ntilikina. Ramona Shelburne: From the dominoes waiting to fall department: Knicks continue to speak with Dion Waiters. But Rondo still very interested in Lakers. NY didn't have strong interest in Rondo as of yesterday.
The Lakers see Rondo as a candidate for a one-year deal, having become something of a journeyman lately. They also see him as a potential mentor for rookie point guard Lonzo Ball. Chicago waived him last week. Brad Turner: Lakers and Rajon Rondo have mutual interest, source said. Rondo's rep made initial contact with Lakers Friday night.
No deal in place. Brad Turner: Rondo gauging interest from other teams. Lakers let it be known they are offering just one-year deals. Tania Ganguli: One thing to keep in mind about Rondo: Kobe Bryant likes him and said years ago they had similar mentalities.
And if you think Kobe's opinion on someone is irrelevant to today's Lakers, you haven't been paying attention. Ramona Shelburne: Lakers obviously hanging back at start of free agency, but one player they continue to give strong consideration to is Rajon Rondo. Please login to leave a reply.
Log in Register. Username or Email Address. Remember Me. Mobile Menu. Go To Pro Hockey Rumors. Retweet 5 Share 0 Send via email 0. Just put players on the court that mesh well, regardless of depth. Nine of their 13 players are 32 or older. They should do AARP commercials. Only 3 guys need to exceed 20 minutes a night. One does not preclude the other. Greenwood You guys are completely overreacting. Do any of those players play well together.
They need Danny Green. Now AD has 9 teammates who are between 4 and 9 years older than him. The window of opportunity for the Lakers right now is miniscule at best. A how do you know AD was complacent and B how do you know they are hungry? You text the guys? The Lakers are sold.
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