Rajon Rondo's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Rajon Rondo.
Rajon Rondo is a retired American professional basketball point guard. He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats before being drafted into the NBA in 2006. Rondo is a two-time NBA champion, a four-time All-Star, and has received multiple All-Defensive Team honors. He was also selected for the All-NBA Third Team in 2012, highlighting his impact and skill as a player in the league.
1977: Statistical Feat
On November 27, 2015, Rajon Rondo had 16 points and 16 assists in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He became the first player since 1977–78 to have 16 points, 16 assists and no turnovers in a game.
1985: Reference to Reggie Theus's record
By February 29, 2016, Rajon Rondo had reached double figures in assists for the 39th time in the 2015-16 season, tying a Sacramento record established by Reggie Theus in 1985–86.
1992: Reference to John Stockton's Streak
In 2012, Rajon Rondo closed out the regular season with 24 consecutive games of 10 or more assists. This is not only a Celtics franchise record, but is also the longest streak the NBA has seen since John Stockton logged a streak of 29 such games in 1992.
2002: Jason Kidd's Eastern Conference Finals
In 2002, Jason Kidd had three triple-doubles in the Eastern Conference Finals.
2003: All-State Honors and Region Player of the Year
In 2003, during his junior year at Eastern High School, Rajon Rondo earned All-State honors and was named the 7th Region Player of the Year.
2004: McDonald's All-American Team Selection
In 2004, Rajon Rondo was named to the McDonald's All-American Team and participated in the Jordan Brand Capital Classic game, marking a significant achievement in his high school career.
2005: FIBA Under-21 World Championship
In 2005, Rajon Rondo played for the U.S. men's national under-21 basketball team at the FIBA Under-21 World Championship in Argentina, averaging 11.0 points and 4.5 assists, attracting attention from NBA scouts.
2008: Celtics defeat Lakers
In 2008, Rajon Rondo and the Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Lakers.
2008: NBA Championship with Celtics
In 2008, Rajon Rondo, as the starting point guard, helped the Celtics win an NBA championship.
January 10, 2010: Third Regular-Season Triple-Double
On January 10, 2010, Rajon Rondo recorded his third regular-season career triple-double against the Toronto Raptors, with 22 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds.
January 28, 2010: First NBA All-Star Selection
On January 28, 2010, Rajon Rondo received his first NBA All-Star selection as a reserve on the Eastern Conference squad for the 2010 NBA All-Star Game.
March 24, 2010: Fourth Regular-Season Triple-Double
On March 24, 2010, Rajon Rondo recorded his fourth regular-season career triple-double against the Denver Nuggets, with 11 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds.
April 2, 2010: Franchise Record for Most Assists in a Single Season
On April 2, 2010, Rajon Rondo broke Bob Cousy's franchise record for most assists in a single season.
2010: Start of 2010-11 Season
At the start of the 2010-11 season, Rajon Rondo achieved notable milestones, including 17 assists in the first game. In the third game of the season, he had a career-high 24 assists. His total of 50 assists through the first three games of the season tied John Stockton's NBA record for most assists in the first 3 games of the season.
2010: 2010 NBA Playoffs Performance
In the 2010 NBA Playoffs, Rajon Rondo excelled, tying his career-high with 19 assists in Game 2 against the Cavaliers. In Game 4, he achieved a playoff career-high with 29 points and 18 rebounds, marking his fourth postseason triple-double. He joined Wilt Chamberlain and Oscar Robertson as the only other player in NBA history to have 29 points, 18 rebounds and 13 assists in a playoff game. The Celtics lost to the Lakers in seven games in the Finals.
February 21, 2012: NBA All-Star Selection
On February 21, 2012, Rajon Rondo was named as an injury replacement for Joe Johnson on the Eastern Conference roster at the 2012 NBA All-Star Game, marking a significant achievement in his career.
June 6, 2012: Celtics All-Time Leader
On June 6, 2012, Rajon Rondo surpassed Bob Cousy to become the Celtics' all-time leader with 39 playoff games of 10 or more assists.
November 25, 2012: Matching John Stockton's Streak
On November 25, 2012, Rajon Rondo recorded his 37th game with 10+ assists against the Orlando Magic, matching John Stockton's longest streak of consecutive games with 10 or more assists.
2012: All-NBA Third Team Honor
In 2012, Rajon Rondo was named to the All-NBA Third Team, marking a significant achievement in his career.
February 2, 2014: First Double-Double Since Injury
On February 2, 2014, Rajon Rondo recorded his first double-double since his injury, scoring 19 points and 10 assists in a win over the Magic.
April 4, 2014: First Triple-Double of the Season
On April 4, 2014, Rajon Rondo recorded his first triple-double of the season, with 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 16 assists in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
2015: Double Figures in Assists
By February 29, 2016, Rajon Rondo had reached double figures in assists for the 39th time in the 2015-16 season, tying a Sacramento record established by Reggie Theus in 1985–86.
January 23, 2016: Fifth Triple-Double of the Season
On January 23, 2016, Rajon Rondo recorded his fifth triple-double of the season, achieving 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 108–97 win over the Indiana Pacers.
December 10, 2017: Rondo scores 13 points and 18 assists
On December 10, 2017, Rajon Rondo recorded 13 points and 18 assists in a 131–124 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
December 27, 2017: Sets Franchise Record with 25 Assists
On December 27, 2017, Rajon Rondo set a franchise record with a career-high 25 assists in a 128–113 win over the Brooklyn Nets, becoming only the seventh player in NBA history to achieve this feat.
January 8, 2018: Rondo's 12 points and 15 assists
On January 8, 2018, Rajon Rondo recorded 12 points and 15 assists in a 112–109 win over the Detroit Pistons, tying a franchise record with nine assists in the first quarter.
February 10, 2018: Double Overtime Win
On February 10, 2018, Rajon Rondo recorded 25 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds in a 138–128 double overtime win over the Brooklyn Nets.
2020: NBA Finals Win
In 2020, Rajon Rondo played an integral role in the Lakers' NBA Finals series win, securing his first championship in 12 years. He became only the second player in NBA history to win a championship with both the Boston Celtics and the Lakers.
2020: Second NBA Championship with Lakers
In 2020, Rajon Rondo won his second NBA championship while playing with the Los Angeles Lakers.
