Cleveland Cavaliers nearing trade for Lakers guard Rajon Rondo, sources say
The sides are working out terms on a deal, but the Cavaliers need to create a roster spot to make room for Rondo. The Cavaliers could include a minimum-contract player in the deal with Los Angeles, or waive a player and complete the trade using a second-round pick or cash.The Lakers don't have to take back matching salary in the deal because Rondo is on a minimum contract, and could take back a non-guaranteed deal that they could waive.
Rondo has been in COVID-19 protocols since Sunday and will need to be cleared before joining the Cavaliers., who was lost for the season to a torn ACL in his left knee. Cleveland, 20-14 and in fifth place in the Eastern Conference, has been one of the NBA's most improved teams. Rubio had an immense role in the Cavaliers' success this season, and although Rondo hasn't played nearly to that level, the Cavaliers are hoping he can contribute as a playmaker on a resurgent team. The Cavaliers also lost point guardRondo, 35, is averaging 3.1 points and 3.7 assists in 16 minutes per game for the Lakers this season. This is Rondo's 16th NBA season, which includes two championships and four All-Star appearances.
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