Lakers star Rajon Rondo keen on surprise move to crosstown rivals Clippers?

Los Angeles Lakers star Rajon Rondo is reportedly t interested in helping LeBron James and co. defend ir NBA 2020 title next season as he eyes a move away during off-season. 34-year-old, who joined Lakers in 2018, is interested in a switch to crosstown rivals Los Angeles Clippers, despite interest from elsewhere. Rajon Rondo tre rumours come as a surprise to many with former Boston Celtics man having reportedly opted out of his contract to test free ncy. 

Also Re: Russell Westbrook Tre: MJ Urges Hornets To Acquire Russ, Team Against Tring .3 Pick

Rajon Rondo Clippers: Lakers star keen on rival move despite Hawks interest

According to reports from Frank Isola, Rajon Rondo has interest in continuing his stay with Lakers despite ir title-winning season. 34-year-old NBA veteran h become a fan favourite last season, with his clutch displays in playoffs helping Lakers end ir title drought. Isola reports that Rondo has a $15 million for two years guaranteed option available with Atlanta Hawks, but remains keen on moving to Los Angeles Clippers.

Also Re: James Harden Tre Rumours: Meek Mill URGES Rockets Star To Sign For 76ers

Clippers are unlikely to offer a similar deal for him, but will definitely make a move as y size up point guard options after falling short last season. idea of Rondo teaming up with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George will also take some pressure off of Lou Williams as only reliable primary ball-handler. Hawks, on or hand, pursue Lakers star as a backup to All-Star Trae Young, with current reserve guard Jeff Teague set to hit unrestricted free ncy. 

Also Re: Russell Westbrook Tre: Rockets, Wizards Orchestrate Deal Including John Wall?

While thing is certain yet, Clippers are likely to be boosted by Rondo's arrival and will look to banish ghosts of last season, which saw m surrender meekly to Denver Nuggets in playoffs. Kawhi Leonard and co. harbour ambitions of a title run, and 34-year-old's clutch displays from last season are likely to aid ir cause. Furrmore, Rajon Rondo tre is a little more sweeter for Clippers as y snap him up from ir city rivals. 

Also Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Set To Sign Supermax Contract With Milwaukee Bucks?

Rajon Rondo contract: Dennis Schroder stats and Lakers move 

According to ESPN's NBA Insider rian Wojnarowski, Lakers are in talks with Oklahoma City Thunder to finalise a tre for Dennis Schroder. Schroder has one year and $15.5 million left on his contract and has been one of most sought after guards in tre market. 27-year-old's tre will see Lakers' 28th overall pick and guard Danny Green move to OKC Thunder.

Schroder finished runner-up for Sixth Man of Year last season, averaging 18.9 points and 4.0 assists as he formed a three-point-guard axis alongside Chris Paul and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. former Atlanta Hawks man is likely to sign a new contract after joining Lakers, and deal is likely to be anunced after  NBA draft on Wednesday night.

(Im Courtesy: Rajon Rondo Instagram)