Brad Stevens says it's possible Rajon Rondo could play opening night, Rondo isn't so sure
Reports from the Celtics practice today in Waltham:
Brad Stevens says Rajon Rondo is progressing well and could begin contact drills as early as next week.
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) October 20, 2014
#Celtics coach Brad Stevens: a chance Rajon Rondo could be cleared for contact by end of week, opening night still possible.
— Scott Souza (@scott_souza) October 20, 2014
Rondo had a scan on his hand, opening night return still a possibility, per Stevens.
— Jay King (@ByJayKing) October 20, 2014
Rondo won't put timetable on his status, but ran through today's shooting drill without any impediments.
— Mark Murphy (@Murf56) October 20, 2014
Rajon Rondo on potential to play on opening night: 'I don’t know... I don’t want to set goals; I just want to go as my hand heals."
— Chris Forsberg (@ESPNForsberg) October 20, 2014
#Celtics captain Rajon Rondo: It 'doesn't bother me at all' to catch, dribble ball with off hand right now.
— Scott Souza (@scott_souza) October 20, 2014
#Celtics captain Rajon Rondo said he's taken a couple bumps on his hand, but it's a far cry from having it nailed during a game.
— Scott Souza (@scott_souza) October 20, 2014
My guess is that if October 29 was Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Rondo would without a doubt be playing. But since it's just the first night of an 82-game season with very limited expectations, there is no reason whatsoever to rush him back. Be patient C's fans, we'll see him in 3-4 weeks.
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