Rajon Rondo Injury: Updates on Bulls Star's Ankle and Return
Chicago Bulls point guard Rajon Rondo hadn't played since Nov. 12 against the Washington Wizards. However, he's ready to return.
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Rondo Active vs. Clippers
Saturday, Nov. 19
Sean Highkin of The Athletic reported Rondo will play Saturday against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Rondo Provides Important Facilitator for Bulls Offense
Rondo, 30, was one of the bright spots for the Sacramento Kings last year in an otherwise disappointing season, averaging 11.9 points, 11.7 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals per contest.
He picked the right moment to have a resurgent campaign after his dreadful 2014-15 season with the Dallas Mavericks, as he was one of the top players to hit free agency over the summer and signed a two-year deal with the new-look Bulls.
Of course, Rondo had a tall task in Chicago, essentially replacing superstar Derrick Rose at the position after he was traded to the New York Knicks. Rondo joined fellow free-agent signee Dwyane Wade in Chicago as well as Robin Lopez and Jerian Grant, who came over in the Rose trade.
Rondo's job is to facilitate for a team with plenty of solid players but some unusual fits. Wade and Jimmy Butler—both traditionally shooting guards—are now trying to coexist in the starting lineup, while 2014 first-round pick Doug McDermott is attempting to have a breakout season. The team is also looking to find minutes for its talented power forwards, Taj Gibson, Nikola Mirotic and Bobby Portis.
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