With Kevin Garnett on the comeback trail, Boston’s prospects for the upcoming season are considerably improved. After that, though, the Celtics has plenty of decisions to make.
Rondo’s Future Still Up in the Air
Elsewhere in the same article, the Globe focuses on Rajon Rondo, who had a breakout season last year (did you watch the playoffs?) and will be up for a new contract after this season. Asked whether he was optimistic about the upcoming contract negotiations, Rondo replied, “Not really. I’m just playing it out, trying to get better every day.’’ Well, then.
So much for optimism. To be fair, the Celtics did try to trade Rondo earlier this offseason, and just months after he’d performed heroically for them in the playoffs. There’s been speculation that despite Rondo’s blossoming play on the court, his locker room presence is what prompted GM Danny Ainge and the rest of the Celtics brass to explore trade scenarios rather than reward him with a sizable extension.
Read Article >Be Warned, NBA: Garnett Getting Closer to Full Strength
The Boston Globe reports today that Boston Celtics superstar--who was recently named one of Esquire’s 75 Best People in the World--is well on his way to returning from last year’s knee injuries to help the Boston Celtics contend for a championship this season. For now, though, the Celtics staff is taking a cautious approach to his immersion into the game.
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