Paul George On Rajon Rondo: “I Look At Him As A Leader Of This Group. He’ll Hold Us Accountable, And That’s What You Need…”
As the L.A. Clippers look to make amends for their failure last season, they’re pulling all the stops to ensure they come out with more success this go-round.
Aside from some moves in the offseason, the Clippers brought in some much-needed help, in the form of veteran guard Rajon Rondo, who joined the squad in a trade with the Hawks.
Following Sunday night’s game against his former team, in which he saw 12 minutes of action, Rondo’s teammate Paul George gave him a glowing review, citing him as a leader of the group.
“I look at him as a leader of this group. [His voice] holds weight in this locker room. He’ll hold us accountable, and that’s what you need: someone that can say what needs to be said.”
Paul George on Rajon Rondo. #Clippers
— Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) April 4, 2021
On the court, PG expects that his new teammate to help make life a lot easier…
Paul George on Rajon Rondo’s impact: “I think we can reserve more energy. I relate it to the relationship I have with Russ, Russ created a lot of close out situations for me. It’ll be the same thing with Rondo. Rondo can get to the middle of the paint, can make plays.”
— Ohm Youngmisuk (@NotoriousOHM) April 4, 2021
It’s hard to gauge Rondo’s impact now as, famously, he’s known for stepping up in the playoffs. But for a team that fell so flat in that stretch a year ago, that might be exactly the kind of player they need.
As a natural leader, talented playmaker, and 2x NBA Champion, the 35-year-old should bring his new team one step closer to finally realizing their goals.
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