Are the Los Angeles Lakers really serious about pursuing Dallas Mavericks point guard Rajon Rondo this summer when he becomes an unrestricted free agent?
And if they are, how would signing the 29-year-old former Boston Celtic and longtime Lakers adversary play into the team's plans to rebuild what is presently a decimated franchise?
And does it make sense, given his numerous injuries, advancing age and recent flame-out with the Dallas Mavericks?
A March 26 SportsNation poll (in ESPN The Magazine) asked fans which team Rondo will play for next season. An overwhelming number—42 percent—voted for the Lakers, with 10 percent picking the Mavericks, 11 percent the New York Knicks and 29 percent selecting "elsewhere."
For the sake of editorial balance, there are a few obvious Rondo traits that could make him attractive to the Lakers. One of his biggest admirers is Kobe Bryant, who has said on numerous occasions he wants the Lakers to pursue the point guard.
Pros
1. Champion
Rondo has been a champion, having starred for the Boston Celtics when they ...
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Pros and Cons of Los Angeles Lakers Pursuing Rajon Rondo During 2015 Free Agency
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