5 Years After Spitting on Chris Paul’s Face, LeBron James’ Former Lakers Teammate Showers Respect for Warriors Star

The past decade has seen some elite guards dominate the game and win some major accolades. One of them is two-time NBA champion Rajon Rondo. The former Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers guard recently joined former NBA star JJ Reddick on his podcast and talked about his time in the league, playing with LeBron James, and many other topics. Interestingly, he also gave his opinions on one of his rivals.

The ‘Point God’ Chris Paul has had some fiery moments with Rondo. However, it looks like the NBA veteran has buried the hatchet as he congratulated Paul for his career.

2020 NBA champion with LeBron James’ comments on his rival

Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul are arguably two of the greatest guards in league history. Despite their fierce rivalry, the two players have very much in common.

From similar physical traits to play styles, Rondo and Paul were the two-floor generals of their team. It seems like even Rondo accepts their similarities.

While talking with JJ Reddick, the 2008 NBA champion with the Celtics agreed that he shares a lot with CP3. Moreover, he also congratulated the new Golden State Warriors star for his brilliant career.

“What he has done in his career, you know, it’s unmatched and I always hear that a lot. We are mutual friends with Trevor and he always says that we have a lot of similarities. Maybe that’s why we were so feisty, always competing. It’s a lot of respect to him and what he has done for his career”, said Rondo.

His statement comes years after Rondo and Paul engaged in a fight mid-game. Interestingly, LeBron James had to intervene to break up the fight.

Rondo and Paul had an infamous moment on court

James’ home debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018 took an unexpected turn. The Lake Show took on the Houston Rockets and Rondo and Paul were on opposing teams.

It all started when Brandon Ingram indulged with James Harden following a controversial call. CP3 came to his teammate’s rescue and seemingly stuck a finger in Rondo’s face. One thing led to another, and a major fight between the two players ensued.

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LeBron had to break up the fight by consoling Chris Paul. Following the game, the newest Warriors star revealed that Rondo had, in fact, spat on his face. Despite the controversy, it was a closely contested match, and the Rockets won the game 109-108.

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