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<h2 style="text-align: center">Anthony Davis in 2024: Early Life, College Career, NBA Draft, Notable Records and Accolades</h2>
Anthony Davis currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He started his career in the league with the New Orleans Pelicans, or New Orleans Hornets, as it was known then. The player won the NBA title with the Lakers in 2020, after he and LeBron James led them to a stunning victory. The power forward remains a premium shot-blocker and can score at will. Often derailed by injuries, when he is fit and healthy, Anthony Davis has no limits.

He made his first playoff appearance in 2015. In the next season, he signed a five-year, $145 million contract extension with the Pelicans. However, a few months into the season, Davis' season ended because of shoulder and knee injuries. Davis has several tattoos, a few visible while playing ball. Notably, he has a tattoo of Mamba as a tribute to Kobe Bryant.

[caption id="attachment_642821" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-642821" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-05-10T044523Z_175423973_MT1USATODAY16056713_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis" width="1920" height="1280" /> May 9, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) reacts after a dunk during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Anthony Davis' Early Life and High School</h2>
Born in Chicago on March 11, 1993, Davis was raised in the Englewood neighborhood. He started his playing days in high school with Perspectives Charter School. However, not all schools have world-class facilities and he later practiced at a local church. Although he didn't become the next kid on the block, he worked hard and received late recognition and a rapid growth spurt. He transitioned from a 'little guy' to 6'10" when he entered his senior year. Obviously, Anthony Davis became the #1 player in the 2011 class.

At one time, with the Perspectives Charter school, he averaged 32 points, 22 rebounds, and 7 blocks. His quality performances led him to numerous accolades, including the 2011 McDonald's All-American Game and the 10th annual Jordan Brand Classic. He was a first-team selection to the ESPN Rise boys' high school basketball All-American team. For a young boy to gain that much recognition speaks volumes of the power forward's talent.
<h2>College Career at Kentucky</h2>
After all those high school accolades, Davis verbally agreed to join Kentucky despite offers from Ohio, DePaul, and Syracuse and became the number 1 player in the national class of 2011. Coached by John Calipari, and playing one season under him, Anthony David dominated the courts from start to finish. He became the National Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and the Most Outstanding Player. To think of his rapid growth in college was a scary proposition for most teams.

The player set the NCAA freshman records for blocks and won multiple national awards. There was no doubt that Anthony Davis would be the top player in the 2012 NBA draft. The player averaged 15.2 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 4.6 blocks per game, and led the team to its eighth NCAA championship. The block machine finally made it to the NBA after being miles apart in high school.

[caption id="attachment_846323" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-846323" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-04T033703Z_1277735311_MT1USATODAY17285226_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs LA Clippers" width="1920" height="1455" /> Dec 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Serge Ibaka (9) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Anthony Davis' NBA Draft and New Orleans Career</h2>
Significantly, Anthony Davis declared himself for the 2012 NBA draft following his Kentucky Wildcats days. The New Orleans Hornets (later Pelicans) drafted Davis in 2012 and selected him as the first pick. At the 2012 NBA Draft Combine, Davis measured at 6 feet 9.25 inches (2.06 m), 221.8 pounds (100.6 kg), and had the second-longest wingspan—7 feet 5.5 inches (2.27 m)—of any player participating. It helped him to block shots easily throughout his career. Without much adaptation time, he established himself as one of the premier defenders in the league.

The player signed his first 3-year, $16 million guaranteed contract with the Hornets and made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs. He made his mark in the game, scoring 21 points but lost the matchup. However, injuries became a cause of concern for the player. Despite all the high-scoring games and blocked shots, he finished second to Damian Lillard in the Rookie of the Year award. Adding around 10 pounds in the post-season, Davis developed his post-game offense and became great in transitions. In a game against Orlando Magic, Davis scored 25 points and 15 rebounds, the youngest player in the franchise's history to do so.

He later earned an All-Star selection and made NBA teams with ease. The player led the league in blocks in 2014 (2.82 per game), becoming the youngest player to do so. Later, Victor Wembanyama broke the record in 2024. The greatest achievement in his New Orleans career became the 59-point game against the Detroit Pistons. He joined Shaquille O'Neal and Chris Webber, becoming the only players to have a 50-point game with 20 rebounds.

Earned All-NBA and All-Defensive honors, making the playoffs and establishing himself as one of the league’s top power forwards as the Lakers came calling. 
<h2>Los Angeles Lakers and Championships</h2>
The player later requested a trade and guess where he went. The Los Angeles Lakers instantly became a championship contender as Anthony Davis joined LeBron James in 2019. He settled nicely and points came in thick and fast. 40-point games became customary as the player broke records at every instant. In a game against the Pistons, Davis set an all-time record for block percentage of 25.6%. Later in 2020, he declined the Lakers' contract offer for free agency in a bid to get a max contract of over $200 million.

Anthony Davis later led the team to the NBA championship in 2020. He and the Lakers earned their 17th NBA title, tying the Celtics' record of 17 title wins although the basketball team from Boston won their 18th. In the process, he became the first player to win an NCAA title, NBA title, Olympic gold, and FIBA World Cup. Quite an achievement, isn't it? He still plays for the Lakers, but injuries plagued him. One step forward and two steps back became a norm for the player who remains injured most of the time.

Yet, he remains crucial for the Lakers in terms of leading the team for rebounds, blocks, and scoring. Anthony Davis becomes crucial to the side heading to the 2024-25 season and hopes to win his second NBA title.

[caption id="attachment_828011" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-828011" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-14T220219Z_1176712713_MT1USATODAY17165616_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-1.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs Spurs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 14, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles a ball against San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>National Team and International Success</h2>
In terms of donning the Star and Stripes jersey, Anthony Davis achieved success like no other player. He won an Olympic gold in 2012 London with the customary Dream Team. They remained undefeated during the Olympic Games and won the gold medal by dominating Spain. It didn't stop there. The player then earned a selection to the US team for the 2014 FIBA World Cup. He averaged 12.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game in 9 games played while shooting 54.9% from the field.

Moreover, the player then returned to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team and helped them win a gold medal. He averaged 8.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and even got 1.2 steals. Of course, there were 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 62.5% from the field. He remains one of the most decorated players in the U.S. national team's history.
<h2>Personal Life and Esports Career</h2>
Notably, Anthony Davis' parents played a crucial role in his upbringing. His father Anthony Davis Sr. and mother, Erainer, taught him well at a young age. He has a twin sister, Antoinette, and an elder sister, Lesha. Moreover, Lesha followed her brother and played basketball at Daley College. Now coming to the love of his life, Anthony Davis married Marlen Polanco on September 18, 2021. The couple has three children: Nala and two boys whose names they have chosen not to disclose.

In another interesting part of his career, On June 19, 2022, Davis signed with FaZe Clan, joining Faze Clan's Nuke Squad for Call of Duty. 

[caption id="attachment_3318157" align="aligncenter" width="5703"]<img class="wp-image-3318157 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/USATSI_24517398.jpg" alt="" width="5703" height="3802" /> Oct 17, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images[/caption]
<h2>Notable Records and Accolades</h2>
In terms of records and accolades, Anthony Davis has several records to his name. He holds records in the NCAA, the NBA and franchise stats for blocks, rebounds, and efficiency. In the NCAA, the player had the most blocks in a season by a freshman with 186 blocks. It became the fourth all-time record in the NCAA for blocks in a single season. Meanwhile, his 29 blocks in the 2011-2012 NCAA tournament are tied for second all-time. In terms of scoring, Anthony Davis' .623 FG% remains a record for a freshman. He also got 415 rebounds in 2011-2012, tied for fourth all-time in the NCAA rebounds by a freshman.

In terms of NBA records, he scored a record-breaking 52 points in the 2017 All-Star game, which shocked the fans. But Jayson Tatum broke that record in the last All-Star game by scoring 55. The records don't end there. He became the first player to record 25+ points, 25+ rebounds, 5+ assists, and 5+ steals in a game. Known for his shot-blocking, Davis led the NBA in blocks, three times.

In addition, the player scored 30+ points and 15+ rebounds in four consecutive games, which only two Lakers players achieved. Recently, he won the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament with the Lakers, setting scoring and rebounding records. Here's a list of notable accolades by Anthony Davis. 
<ul>
 	<li>NBA Champion: Won the 2020 NBA Finals with the Lakers</li>
 	<li>NBA All-Star: Nine-time NBA All-Star, including 2024</li>
 	<li>All-Star Game MVP: Won in 2017</li>
 	<li>All-NBA First Team: Four-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020</li>
 	<li>All-NBA Second Team: Selected in 2024</li>
 	<li>NBA All-Defensive Team: Five-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2024</li>
 	<li>NBA blocks leader: Three-time leader in 2014, 2015, and 2018</li>
 	<li>All-Rookie First Team: Selected in 2013</li>
 	<li>NBA 75 Anniversary Team: Selected in 2021</li>
 	<li>NBA Cup: Won the inaugural NBA Cup in 2023</li>
 	<li>Olympic gold medals: Helped the United States win gold medals in 2016, 2024, and 2014 </li>
</ul>
<h2>How to contact Anthony Davis?</h2>
 Anthony Davis' Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/AntDavis23">https://twitter.com/AntDavis23</a>

Anthony Davis' Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en</a>
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<td width="319">Age</td>
<td width="319">31</td>
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<td width="319">Marital Status</td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
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<td width="319">Wife</td>
<td width="319">Marlen Polanco</td>
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<td width="319">Nationality</td>
<td width="319">American</td>
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<td width="319">Team</td>
<td width="319">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319">Rings</td>
<td width="319">1</td>
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<td width="319">Height</td>
<td width="319">6′ 10″ (2.08 m)</td>
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<td width="319">Weight</td>
<td width="319">254lbs</td>
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<td width="319">Wingspan</td>
<td width="319">7'6"</td>
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<td width="319">Shoes</td>
<td width="319">Nike</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319">Endorsements</td>
<td width="319">Saks Inc., ExxonMobil, Foot Locker, Nike, Red Bull, Beats</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Rajon Rondo went down as the 21st overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft to enter the league. Rondo holds a significant record to his name of being the second only player to have won a championship with both the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> and Boston Celtics. 

Rondo was born on February 22, 1986, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended Eastern High School in his hometown for three years. He excelled in his junior year, gathering averages of 27.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists, but transferred to a different school to complete his senior year. 

[caption id="attachment_398471" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-398471" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201003132051/2020-09-11T014552Z_313952615_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS-2.jpg" alt="Rajon Rondo at the 2020 NBA Playoffs" width="1920" height="1257" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He had already established himself as a top-point guard when he joined Oak Hill Academy and managed to lived up to his expectations as a senior. Rondo averaged a double-double in his final high-school year with 21.0 points and 12.0 assists per game. 

He broke the single-season assist record at Oak Hill and also became the second All-Time bucket-getter in a game when he notched up 55.0 points as a senior. 

Rondo committed to the University of Kentucky after high-school and spent two years there. His promising displays earned Rondo a spot on the SEC All-Freshman team that year, even though Kentucky failed to advance to the final four of the NCAA Tournament. 

Rondo averaged 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in his sophomore year, a slight improvement from his freshman numbers. However, his 87 total steals during his rookie season still stands as a <a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/schools/kentucky/leaders-and-records-season.html">record</a> in the Kentucky Wildcats’ history books. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo NBA career </h2>
Rondo decided to forego his remaining two seasons at Kentucky and declared his eligibility for the 2006 <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> Draft. The Phoenix Suns selected him with the 21st overall pick and he went down as the first point guard to be selected in the draft.

Rondo was traded to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celtics</a> which saw the dawn of a long-term relationship. The Celtics thrived with Rondo on the roster and vice-versa. His Basketball IQ proved to be of great value and he formed a great partnership with Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett at that time. 

The 6’1” point guard was an integral part of Boston’s 2008 championship team as he averaged nearly seven assists a game in the finals. His stint with the Celtics ended after 2014, and Rondo found himself leapfrogging between several teams in the association. 

[caption id="attachment_427894" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-427894" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020-10-04T233812Z_568343172_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo in 2020 NBA Finals" width="1920" height="1258" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Rajon Rondo followed a similar pattern when he left the Celtics. One year stints with the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/dallas-mavericks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mavericks</a>, Kings, Bulls, and the Pelicans seemed to be an underwhelming continuation of what began as an impressive career. 

However, Rondo found back his old-glory when he joined the Lakers in 2018. His massive experience fit in well with the purple and gold’s roster and he proved his worth by playing a massive role in the Lakers’ 2020 championship quest. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements </h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2× NBA champion (2008, 2020)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">4× NBA All-Star (2010–2013)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">All-NBA Third Team (2012)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2010, 2011)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2009, 2012)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">3× NBA assists leader (2012, 2013, 2016)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">NBA steals leader (2010)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2007)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Second-team Parade All-American (2004)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">McDonald's All-American (2004)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo NBA Stats </h2>
Rajon Rondo has played for several teams in his NBA career, but fans would always identify him as a Celtic, first and foremost. The level of impact and the reputation he gained during his early years was massive. 

[caption id="attachment_398469" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-398469" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201003132028/2020-09-09T020256Z_1023776109_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo against the Houston Rockets in the 2020 NBA Playoffs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He averaged a career-high 13.7 PPG on two different occasions, and the same applies to his assist-record as well. A lot of this speaks about how consistent the veteran has been in the league. Here are his <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/rondora01.html">career-averages</a> as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular season. 
<table style="height: 128px" width="508">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">G</td>
<td style="text-align: center">GS</td>
<td style="text-align: center">MP</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FG%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FT%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">TRB</td>
<td style="text-align: center">AST</td>
<td style="text-align: center">STL</td>
<td style="text-align: center">BLK</td>
<td>
PTS
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
873
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">729</td>
<td style="text-align: center">31.0</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.458</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.606</td>
<td style="text-align: center">4.7</td>
<td style="text-align: center">8.3</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1.7</td>
<td style="text-align: center">0.1</td>
<td>
10.2
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Current Contract</h2>
Rajon Rondo signed a <a href="https://hoopshype.com/player/rajon-rondo/salary/">two-year contract</a> with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The deal was worth just above $5million and included a player option for 2021. However, upon winning the championship, Rondo decided that he will opt out of the player contract and head into free agency.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Net Worth and Endorsements </h2>
Rondo has been an NBA player for several seasons and has inarguably cemented in place in the history books. As of 2020, he would’ve roughly <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/breaking-down-rajon-rondo-total-nba-salary-from-his-career/">earned</a> $102,807,152 through his league contracts. Moreover, <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/rajon-rondo-net-worth/#:~:text=Rajon%20Rondo%20net%20worth%3A%20Rajon,net%20worth%20of%20%2435%20million.">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates Rondo’s overall value at $35 million. 

Rondo has a sneaker <a href="https://sponsorpitch.com/properties/rajon-rondo">endorsement deal</a> currently running with Chinese brand ‘Anta.’ He inked the eight-year deal back in 2014 after previously weakening Nike and Adidas sneakers. He can also be booked for a keynote speech or virtual meetings through <a href="https://www.athletespeakers.com/speaker/rajon-rondo">athletespeakers.com</a>. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Sneaker Contract</h2>
Rondo’s current deal with Anta expires only by 2022 and he’s been wearing them since the 2014 season. Klay Thompson also endorses the same brand as he signed a massive 10-year-deal with the brand. 

Rondo’s most popular sneakers are the Anta RR5 <a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/rajon-rondo/">and the</a> Anta RR2 which come in shades of red and blue respectively. 
<table style="height: 565px" width="535">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Age</td>
<td>
34
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Marital Status
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Dating Latoia Fitzgerald</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Children</td>
<td>
Two
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
NBA Championship Rings
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2 ( 2008, 2020)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Nationality</td>
<td>
American
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Height
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">6′ 1″ (1.85 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Weight</td>
<td>
180 lbs (82 kg)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Endorsements
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Anta</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Wingspan</td>
<td>
6’7” (2.06m)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Rajon Rondo</h2>
Rajon Rondo Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rajonrondo/?hl=en">rajonrondo</a>
Rajon Rondo Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/rajonrondo?lang=en">@RajonRondo</a>

Rajon Rondo

Rajon Rondo: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Rajon Rondo went down as the 21st overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft to enter the league. Rondo holds a significant record to his name of being the second only player to have won a championship with both the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics.  Rondo was born on February 22, 1986, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended Eastern High School in his hometown for three years. He excelled in his junior year, gathering averages of 27.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists, but transferred to a different school to complete his senior year.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports He had already established himself as a top-point guard when he joined Oak Hill Academy and managed to lived up to his expectations as a senior. Rondo averaged a double-double in his final high-school year with 21.0 points and 12.0 assists per game.  He broke the single-season assist record at Oak Hill and also became the second All-Time bucket-getter in a game when he notched up 55.0 points as a senior.  Rondo committed to the University of Kentucky after high-school and spent two years there. His promising displays earned Rondo a spot on the SEC All-Freshman team that year, even though Kentucky failed to advance to the final four of the NCAA Tournament.  Rondo averaged 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in his sophomore year, a slight improvement from his freshman numbers. However, his 87 total steals during his rookie season still stands as a record in the Kentucky Wildcats’ history books.  Rajon Rondo NBA career  Rondo decided to forego his remaining two seasons at Kentucky and declared his eligibility for the 2006 NBA Draft. The Phoenix Suns selected him with the 21st overall pick and he went down as the first point guard to be selected in the draft. Rondo was traded to the Celtics which saw the dawn of a long-term relationship. The Celtics thrived with Rondo on the roster and vice-versa. His Basketball IQ proved to be of great value and he formed a great partnership with Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett at that time.  The 6’1” point guard was an integral part of Boston’s 2008 championship team as he averaged nearly seven assists a game in the finals. His stint with the Celtics ended after 2014, and Rondo found himself leapfrogging between several teams in the association.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Rajon Rondo followed a similar pattern when he left the Celtics. One year stints with the Mavericks, Kings, Bulls, and the Pelicans seemed to be an underwhelming continuation of what began as an impressive career.  However, Rondo found back his old-glory when he joined the Lakers in 2018. His massive experience fit in well with the purple and gold’s roster and he proved his worth by playing a massive role in the Lakers’ 2020 championship quest.  Major Achievements  2× NBA champion (2008, 2020) 4× NBA All-Star (2010–2013) All-NBA Third Team (2012) 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2010, 2011) 2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2009, 2012) 3× NBA assists leader (2012, 2013, 2016) NBA steals leader (2010) NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2007) Second-team Parade All-American (2004) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2004) Rajon Rondo NBA Stats  Rajon Rondo has played for several teams in his NBA career, but fans would always identify him as a Celtic, first and foremost. The level of impact and the reputation he gained during his early years was massive.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports He averaged a career-high 13.7 PPG on two different occasions, and the same applies to his assist-record as well. A lot of this speaks about how consistent the veteran has been in the league. Here are his career-averages as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular season.   G GS MP FG% FT% TRB AST STL BLK PTS   873 729 31.0 .458 .606 4.7 8.3 1.7 0.1 10.2   Rajon Rondo Current Contract Rajon Rondo signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The deal was worth just above $5million and included a player option for 2021. However, upon winning the championship, Rondo decided that he will opt out of the player contract and head into free agency. Rajon Rondo Net Worth and Endorsements  Rondo has been an NBA player for several seasons and has inarguably cemented in place in the history books. As of 2020, he would’ve roughly earned $102,807,152 through his league contracts. Moreover, Celebrity Net Worth estimates Rondo’s overall value at $35 million.  Rondo has a sneaker endorsement deal currently running with Chinese brand ‘Anta.’ He inked the eight-year deal back in 2014 after previously weakening Nike and Adidas sneakers. He can also be booked for a keynote speech or virtual meetings through athletespeakers.com.  Rajon Rondo Sneaker Contract Rondo’s current deal with Anta expires only by 2022 and he’s been wearing them since the 2014 season. Klay Thompson also endorses the same brand as he signed a massive 10-year-deal with the brand.  Rondo’s most popular sneakers are the Anta RR5 and the Anta RR2 which come in shades of red and blue respectively.   Age 34   Marital Status Dating Latoia Fitzgerald  Children Two   NBA Championship Rings 2 ( 2008, 2020)  Nationality American   Height 6′ 1″ (1.85 m)  Weight 180 lbs (82 kg)   Endorsements Anta  Wingspan 6’7” (2.06m)   How to contact Rajon Rondo Rajon Rondo Instagram: rajonrondo Rajon Rondo Twitter: @RajonRondo

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