Celtics, Kings Haven't Discussed Rajon Rondo Trade

[RealGM Wiretap]

Contrary to speculation and rumors, the Boston Celtics and Sacramento Kings have not held trade talks on Rajon Rondo.

Sources from both sides confirmed to Sam Amick that no discussions have been held.

The Latino Post reported that the Kings were moving closer to sending Isaiah Thomas, Ben McLemore, Marcus Thornton, Jason Thompson and picks to the Celtics in a deal for Rondo.

Via Sam Amick/USA Today

[VC-INJURY]

Crazy over-pay on the Kings part if they did this.

Rondo is coming off an ACL injury and is already 27 years old. They should only be trading one of Thomas or McLemore.

[TdotRap4Lyfe]

Crazy over-pay on the Kings part if they did this.

Rondo is coming off an ACL injury and is already 27 years old. They should only be trading one of Thomas or McLemore.

It's as if the Kings GM is asking for Ainge to fleece him.

[Stolen Team Fan]

Crazy over-pay on the Kings part if they did this.

Rondo is coming off an ACL injury and is already 27 years old. They should only be trading one of Thomas or McLemore.

Agreed. also:

Contrary to speculation and rumors

Didn't I say this trade yesterday in the "Kings need a pass-first PG" thread? Awww, they listened!

Anyways, McLemore would have to stay with the Kings in this deal. As much as I like IT, he should go to the Celtics rather than be relegated to the Kings bench yet again. Thornton, Thompson, anybody else (other than Cousins) on the roster, & picks? OK, I can see that. Even if the pick is unprotected (or maybe top-3 this year, and none next year) would be OK. I know it sounds risky, but the Kings will never get out of lottery hell unless they try something with risk.

It's as if the Kings GM is asking for Ainge to fleece him.

Not if they Keep McLemore. Obviously this would all be contingent on Rondo being examined by the team doctors. But if Rondo is healthy, then this would work well for the Kings. They would have a PG that could dish out to Cousins and Gay, and would expertly set up McLemore to get him going, as opposed to being forgotten like he has been ever since Gay got there.

Plus I just want to see Cousins and Rondo together. It would either be a perfect storm of attitudinal awesome, or a popcorn-worthy drama-fest where they try to kill each other. Either way... entertaining as heck.

[ryaningf]

Great, now I've lost complete faith in the Latino Post.

[MKG35]

Crazy over-pay on the Kings part if they did this.

Rondo is coming off an ACL injury and is already 27 years old. They should only be trading one of Thomas or McLemore.

"Already 27 years old"

He's old man, he can't play anymore. Let's write him off. His window is closing, 1 more year and he'll be mediocre.


Give me a break. Rondo is entering his prime, if he doesn't get another freak accident he's set for the coming next 5 to 6 years since he doesn't rely on explosiveness or athleticism like Rose does. Rondo should be able to have a similar career like Stockton, Nash, Kidd.

[Son of Ra]

Great, now I've lost complete faith in the Latino Post.

I loled. +1

[TheAlchemist]

I actually think that's a great trade both ways.

Isah Thomas is a nice young player, obviously undersized but has potential. Ben Mclemore could develop really well, and those picks matter.

Kings will have serious shooting troubles with Rondo and Gay though. Gay shoots the 3 mediocrely, but combine him with Rondo and shooting becomes a problem.

[Stolen Team Fan]

Kings will have serious shooting troubles with Rondo and Gay though. Gay shoots the 3 mediocrely, but combine him with Rondo and shooting becomes a problem.

That's why the Kings would have to keep McLemore in any deal. Otherwise it is pointless to trade one glaring weakness for another.

[Sam195]

How are the kings being fleeced, I don't think the celtics are getting enough for rondo. If the C's are trading away rondo, it basically indicates that they want to do rebuilding from the bottom up like okc/seattle and be one of the leagues worst teams for 2 or 3 subsequent drafts while obtaining top 5 picks. Why would the celtics want the multi year contracts of jason thompson and marcus thorton, they are already having a tough time trying to unload salary of multi year contract players like gerald wallace and courtney lee. Plus, Ainge isn't stupid he'd basically be selling low if he traded rondo without seeing what he can do on the court. If Rondo has improved his jump shot something he mentioned he worked on while rehabilitating from acl surgery than his value skyrockets because he could likely increase his scoring average to 17-20 ppg while mainlining his league leading assist #s. Also Ainge loves the upcoming draft and I wouldn't be surprised if he was shopping rondo for a package that included a 2014 lottery pick similar to what philly did with jrue holiday.

[King4Day]

If that were the deal, Sactown would be getting the short end of it. They give up, literally, every remaining asset they would have.
It IS a fleecing because now Boston has a slew of trade pieces they can use (or build on).

[malgus]

I wonder what else the Celtics and Kings haven't discussed. Let the speculation and rumors begin!

[Kingsfan916619]

The Kings need to stay the hell away from Rondo. He may be a great player, but he is also the type of player I see throwing a fit if he gets traded to a small market team and ultimately leaves when his contract is up. The Kings just need to focus on rebuilding through the draft and snag Exum or Smart.

[dkjjr]

Great, now I've lost complete faith in the Latino Post.

8/10 would laugh at again

[nikster]

How are the kings being fleeced, I don't think the celtics are getting enough for rondo. If the C's are trading away rondo, it basically indicates that they want to do rebuilding from the bottom up like okc/seattle and be one of the leagues worst teams for 2 or 3 subsequent drafts while obtaining top 5 picks. Why would the celtics want the multi year contracts of jason thompson and marcus thorton, they are already having a tough time trying to unload salary of multi year contract players like gerald wallace and courtney lee. Plus, Ainge isn't stupid he'd basically be selling low if he traded rondo without seeing what he can do on the court. If Rondo has improved his jump shot something he mentioned he worked on while rehabilitating from acl surgery than his value skyrockets because he could likely increase his scoring average to 17-20 ppg while mainlining his league leading assist #s. Also Ainge loves the upcoming draft and I wouldn't be surprised if he was shopping rondo for a package that included a 2014 lottery pick similar to what philly did with jrue holiday.

but if he doesnt play well coming back, what with the injury and a much weaker supporting cast, his value plummets

[boston_fan_ct]

quantity does not equal a fair trade. the Celtics would have to release all but one and where do this work financially? so ben M for rondo, does anyone think that is a fair trade? one of the best PGs in the NBA for player who is equal to a draft pick at this point. if you watched rondo play last year you know he is a decent shooter now and that is not a weakness. sounds to me like a Kings fan made this one up. makes no sense at all. this isn't happening.

[RoyalMajesty]

How many more SGs do the Celtics need? They already have Jordan Crawford, Courtney Lee, Marshon Brooks, and possibly, Marcus Thornton and Ben McLemore.

[VC-INJURY]

Crazy over-pay on the Kings part if they did this.

Rondo is coming off an ACL injury and is already 27 years old. They should only be trading one of Thomas or McLemore.

"Already 27 years old"

He's old man, he can't play anymore. Let's write him off. His window is closing, 1 more year and he'll be mediocre.


Give me a break. Rondo is entering his prime, if he doesn't get another freak accident he's set for the coming next 5 to 6 years since he doesn't rely on explosiveness or athleticism like Rose does. Rondo should be able to have a similar career like Stockton, Nash, Kidd.

All 3 were elite shooters (Kidd moreso in the second half of his career) and passers. Rondo has 1/2 the game they do.

[Donnyxc]

Now they're saying there IS a big trade talk. F.

[ybnd]

Rondo isnt leaving he wants to stay and the celtics wanna keep him...you want rondo be prepared to give up everything on your sqaud