Rajon Rondo Opens Up About Potential NBA Head Coaching Future
Rajon Rondo, a 16-year NBA veteran, has transitioned into coaching after officially retiring in 2024, serving as a guest coach with the Milwaukee Bucks under Doc Rivers. He recently received a head coaching interview with the New Orleans Pelicans despite lacking formal coaching experience. Rondo believes his playing experience and mentorship from top coaches have prepared him for a potential head coaching role.
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By Cole SullivanShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.During his 16-year playing career across nine teams, there were few floor generals better than Rajon Rondo.Rondo last played during the 2021–22 season but officially announced his retirement in 2024. He quickly transitioned into coaching, beginning as a guest coach on Doc Rivers’ staff with the Milwaukee Bucks.He already secured a head coaching interview since the regular season concluded, meeting with the New Orleans Pelicans, who reportedly view him as a strong candidate despite his lack of formal coaching experience.More news: Louisville’s Mikel Brown Jr.
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