The crucial Game 7 battle saw Rondo achieve a triple-double, becoming the third rookie in NBA history to do so in the playoffs after Big O and Magic!
Despite moments of scoring only two points, a Game 7 triple-double overshadowed all his previous poor performances.
During an interview, Celtics' general manager Danny Ainge said, "We wanted to pick Rondo, but the Bobcats grabbed him first."
When Rondo saw this report, he shuddered with relief. Lucky to have been snatched away!
Playing for a team tanking for Oden was something he couldn't even bear to think about!
