THE NEW ERA

Over the years people have gathered their own opinions on Rajon Rondo, but something that everyone can agree upon is that's so far into the season he is off to a toroid start. After witnessing the great skill set that he possessed in last years playoffs there was great anticipation to how he would translate that into a full NBA season but a lot of the questions were answered quickly. Heading into the season rondo had already been anointed as one of the best passers, but what he is doing to teams is just amazing to watch. Mike Gorman, the Celtics announcer, has been saying for years that Rondo is the best left handed passer in the league but Rondo has added a whole new dimension to it with pump fakes, behind the backs and no look passes. Opening night against the Heat was the unveiling of his greatness and he didn't disappoint as he racked up 17 assists. Not long after that Rondo put everyone in amazement with a one of a kind triple double consisting of 10 points 10 rebounds and 24 assists. THAT'S RIGHT 24 ASSISTS!! The passing isn't the only thing that separates Rondo from the other point guards in the NBA, he has a way of completely dominating a game without putting any special numbers in the stat sheet. Now there are a lot of people who would want to say that this is just a swing of momentum he's going through and that he'll slow down but don't believe that at all. Rondo is hear to dominate and there are few things teams in the NBA can do about it. Rondo's ability to penetrate and dish the ball are critical assets to the Celtics offense which might put him in the MVP consideration. Though unlikely he would win it this shows the growth Rondo has went through to become the all star he is today. With an aging core of Allen, Garnett and Pierce Rondo is the undisputed leader and the engine that keeps the Celtics going. Watching the team now its hard not to look ahead to the post KG era, Rondo will be our he'll have the supporting cast to keep the Celtics winning. Whatever the future hold though its sure to be a bright one for Rondo. Watching him from his rookie year to now I've gotten a deep appreciation for his game. People criticize all the things he CAN'T do but they fail to appreciate the things he can. With all the doubt and concerns I remain optimistic that at the end of Rondo's carear  he will have accomplished many great things and be recognized for the player he is.