Flying to L.A. for Game 3

Winning last night meant I got a little sleep. Going up 2-0 means I won't be stressing on the plane and that's a long plane ride to be thinking about losing one of the first two. We leave at 10:30 this morning for LA. I will spend some time playing cards with some of my teammates, Baby, House, T Allen, we got a little game going each trip. Those games are fun and let's us spend more bonding time together. The playoffs are really about two things - execution and stops. By now everyone knows your stats, they know what percentage you shoot from the left side, they know your first and second move so it's all about execution. I will definitely spend some time watching film on the flight. I'll get together with coach Hill and watch the film from last night's game to see what areas I can improve. Keeping coming back I'll have more. Until then I'll holla!

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• 24sportsnut9 said June 09, 2008

  Have a good flight Rondo.
  Good luck at Tuesday's game.

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• sambot said June 09, 2008

  safe travels, and hopes for a thrashing of LA. you guys can do it.

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• mainehoops9 said June 09, 2008

  The only thing about last night, was that you guys let L.A. get back in it. Kobe was not himself last night because of the celtics defense until the fourth quarter. That's the only bad thing, because when kobe gets hot, he's unstoppable. Personally, I think that you and powe played the best, with clutch shots from pierce, allen and garnett. Great defense, containing the lakers. Sick game and good luck on tuesday!

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  • shay595 replied June 09, 2008

    i agree with u mainehoops 9 to the fullest!
• mainehoops9 said June 09, 2008

  oh and what is your routine that you go through on game day?

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• UkGrad said June 09, 2008

  Can't wait 'till Tuesday! By the way, I love how hard you're taking it to the rim- I was sure you were going to ram that dunk down Odom's throat before they fouled you.

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• pjchase said June 09, 2008

  I'm loving these constant updates.

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  • hiroko replied June 09, 2008

    Me too!
• guttersnype said June 09, 2008

  3 posts in 16 hours Rajon. your on fiyah!

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  • Mizzy21390 replied June 09, 2008

    i kno!! its excitinng hearing from rajon everyday.. let alone every few hrs!! keep it coming!
• hiroko said June 09, 2008

  Yeah, last night's win was exciting. It was pretty cool to see all the great team efforts. As always, behind all the crucial points, there were your assists. It's really cool you know exactly who's open and who's ready to shoot, and that's what makes Celtics so strong. I know you guys can beat them in LA, too! Beat LA! Beat LA! (although it would be cool if you guys win the championship in Boston:)
  
  Have a safe trip and good luck!

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• celticsblog said June 09, 2008

  keep on blogging Rondo, we're loving it

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• FLCeltsFan said June 09, 2008

  Have a safe trip. Good luck in game 3. Tell Leon that Celtics Nation is very proud of him. You, Leon and Perk are my favorite players and you all have made me very proud in these playoffs. Thank you again for all the updates. They are great!!!

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• Nupe1911 said June 09, 2008

  Have a safe trip bro! Play with urgency...lets finish the Lakers off!!!!

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• Rosecity07 said June 09, 2008

  You guys only need to win 1 on the road and then the Lakers would have to win 2 in Boston. The only reason they came back is because you guys stopped playing defense which is something all teams do. I know you guys can play with that intensity that got you that 24 point lead for 48 minutes next time. Instead of stopping at 24 points, push that lead to 34. If you guys play with that same fire the next time you go back to Boston is going to be for a parade. You guys need to go for the kills, 2 straight wins in LA. They are scared and you guys proved that you can blow the Lakers out. Keep up the great defense.

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• Justwannawinna said June 09, 2008

  GREAT JOB LAST NIGHT YOU GUYS HELD ON........ dont let the Lakers get comfortable at home..... BEAT L.A.!

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• suppppy said June 09, 2008

  nice done, 16 assists.

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• celticsbabyy said June 09, 2008

  i agree with nupe1911:
  play with urgency!
  i am positive that we can
  win in L.A. I KNOW IT!
  i'm rooting for you guys!
  good luck to you rajon,
  and everyone else.
  
  
  

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• dream_in_green said June 09, 2008

  SWEEP L.A.! SWEEP L.A.! SWEEP L.A.! SWEEP L.A.!!!!!
  Just stay focused, keep playing great defense, and you guys will win game 3. I know you can do this. Watch the tape of went wrong in the last five minutes when they cut that lead. And learn from that. Remember to always stay focused and don't get complacent, no matter how big of a lead you guys have. Just keep playing defense and making them miss their shots, and keep scoring on the other end. Don't let the opponent ever get comfortable. Stay in control at all times. In game 3, play like you did last night, and build a big lead, just remember to keep that lead until the last buzzer sounds. I know you guys can do this. So come on, let's win game 3 tomorrow night, so we can get out our brooms and finish them off at the Staples Center Thursday night.

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• KatKat said June 09, 2008

  Nothing like some more Rajon love for the yard! Have a safe trip, stay healthy, and stay focused on keeping the pressure on LA for the full 48 minutes. I don't have the stomach for those LA comebacks and am fearful I'll have to start gulping the Pepto if the trend continues. GOOD LUCK!

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• mikeconleyfan said June 09, 2008

  Sweep LA! Sweep LA!

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• gregoden said June 09, 2008

  Good luck man!

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• Coco0809 said June 09, 2008

  Good Luck Tomorrow Night!!!!

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• bblais8 said June 09, 2008

  Can't wait to see you on Tuesday Rondo! Good luck!

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• catmandoo said June 09, 2008

  You keep giving out all those dimes your going to be broke one of these days....Like they say it's better to give than receive. Keep it up...

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• shay595 said June 09, 2008

  come on celtics!!!! yall can do it!!!!!!! you and the celtics played good b ball in the first and second quarters in game two. you, leon powe and everyone else on the celtics team were great. and 16 assists!!! you guys are great and i know yall will win it all !!!! have a great game on tuesday!!!

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• shay595 said June 09, 2008

  i meant yall played good b ball in the secon and third quarters

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• ilovenumber9 said June 09, 2008

  i love watching you play. ever since i watched the first game of the season you have been my idol. i play basketball, next year i'll be playing high school basketball, and i wish i could handle the ball as well as you! i'll keep watching you and hopefully learn some things from you. have a safe trip, and good luck in L.A.
  by the way, is this really you, or does someone that works for you do all this? if its you thats really cool. shows your dedication to your fans. keep up the good work!!

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  • celticsbabyy replied June 09, 2008

    of course it's him!
• Green17chica said June 09, 2008

  so im like the millionth person to say this... but its cool that you are updating so much! haha
  bring that 17th banner home!

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• CoachBo said June 09, 2008

  Keep defending, man. The Lakers have nothing offensively when we're out there defending.
  No reason to concede a thing. Go get game 3 and take them out of the series.

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• CameronLaRen said June 09, 2008

  i dont watch much celtic basketball... im a cavs fan, but ive been watching yall in the playoffs and i was just wondering why your headband is always upside down? haha

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• TheTruth34 said June 09, 2008

  Yes, Rajon, you really needs to watch tape, because you passed up on a lot of uncontested floaters last night. You must drive to the basket each time and really get Perk and Leon involved. They're doing a nice job of finishing down low. So Rajon, do you want to play another game in Boston? No? Alright, so go out there and steal Game 3!

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• dream_in_green said June 09, 2008

  I want you guys to go out there and play game 3 like it's do or die. Play that great Celtics defense for the full 48 minutes, and when you have a lead, just keep building on it, never let them back in the game. Don't let them get back in this series. You guys gotta go up 3-0. That will really scare them, and then you can finish them off in game 4. Let's close out this series in L.A. and win the championship on the Lakers' floor. I know that you guys are inspired, but get even more inspired, play with focus and determination, and never let them get comfortable. Come out big in the first quarter, and every time they try to come back, don't let them get even the least bit close. Just keep playing with ferocity and intensity, and lots of heart. Remember how they counted you guys out? Remember how they said you can't do this? Well make them shut up and eat their words now. Show them what true champions are, show them that this team is the stuff of legends. You have the heart of a champion, Rajon. You and KG and PP, and Ray, and Leon, and Perk, every single one of you has the heart of a champion. Now you are closer than you have ever been, and we've come too far to let this go. It's so close now, you can almost reach out there and touch that trophy, so let's make it happen. It's time, Rajon, the time has come to forever etch your name in Celtics glory, and I know that you can do this. I know you guys can win it all...because this team is legendary. Now go out there, and SWEEP L.A.!!!!!!!

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• pitts07 said June 09, 2008

  Hey Rajon,
  Please keep the URGENCY!! Do not let them get back in it!!! PLease! None of us can handle the stress!! Great game last night!!
  Big C's fan is Philly!!!!!!!!!!!!

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• scitlec3412 said June 09, 2008

  Rajon Rondo: Where Amazing Happens

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• davejb851 said June 09, 2008

  Love to see a killer in G3, cause that's what it would be..........so like everyone else, stay focused, stay aggressive, and PLAY defense. Coming from Beantown no one needs to tell us about down 3-0, and coming back to win. So put your sneaker on the throat and get it over with.
  Skill and assists on Tuesday. Make Red proud!
  CELTIC PRIDE

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• achow9 said June 09, 2008

  Again thanks for doing what you do ALL year round!!!...esp. in the playoffs!!! go get Game 3 & 4!!!! luv u!!!

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• LeioZhang said June 09, 2008

  good luck~~~

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• kikisceltics said June 09, 2008

  16 asst is crazy!! what a wonderful job!! Rondo, you just keep giving everyone reasons to love you. at frist everyones jerseys were Kg, Paul, and Ray. but now so many people are rocking tha number 9. keep it up!! you are my favorite, i am just glad people and the media are starting to see that 2. i truly belive that in a couple years ( 1-3yr ) you will be an all-star player. Rondo, your nasty at this game, blow it up in L.A.!!!
  luv ya!!!!

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• perkisabeast said June 09, 2008

  Remind Our Humble Sensei
  
  PERK IS A BEAST
  
  We will be indebted to you for this

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• BOSTONxFAN said June 09, 2008

  rajon rondo you are my idol. im coming to an open practice sometime and getting an autograph. i love you so freeking much, ur so hot and ur the reason i watch the celtics! good luck tuesday =]
  love your biggest fan
  -alexxxxxxxxxxx

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• cameronharold said June 09, 2008

  Dear Rondo,
  My name is Cameron Harold and I am an eight year old honor student/basketball player. Also, I am your best fan ever! You are my favorite player in the NBA. By the way, I also play point guard like you. I study your game. I know that you all are going to win the Finals for 08.You are going to be Champions and you are going to have a monster game! Rondo, I like you because you don't hotdog. You are a great player. I really liked the dunk on Sunday night and my mommy really liked that sweet pass. My family did not start out as Boston fans, but I have converted the whole family. On game nights, I wear my Rondo jersey and I let my little sister where my personalized Celtics jersey. My parents wear green. I know that you are busy, but do know that I along with my family are praying for you and the Celtics team. Go Boston!! I know that you will win the next two games in LA!
  Your #1 Fan
  Cameron

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• unique said June 09, 2008

  I know I'm going to catch hell over this post no offense to you Rajon but I am rooting for the Lakers I'll give it to your team for the past 2 games you all have been looking good but I'm not ready to concede just yet although I wish you luck I still want my Lakers to win.

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• nm7856 said June 09, 2008

  Just FYI Mr. Rondo, the stats on your Official Website are incorrect for the last game against the Lakers, it says you had 16 steals and 6 assists. Other way around but a hell of a game either way. Keep it up.

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• FabledHero said June 10, 2008

  Hey Rajon. I'd just like to say I can tell you're an intelligent guy and you've been playing great ball, with the effort physically and mentally you put into basketball it's scary how good you will be, and how well you've been progressing as a leader out there on the floor. Being too passive is better than being too selfish, however the only flaw i've seen in your game thus far is you've passed up some open jumpers. I know you can hit em as do your teammates, if you're open be prepared to shoot the ball mentally before you receive it (don't forget to catch it first though hehe) and shoot with confidence no hesitation. Great job on running the offense! Oh yeah good D too you've been working hard.

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• lrlhoffa said June 10, 2008

  I hope you get them W's out west...thanks for all the blogs during this time...love your comments and love the website!!! even tho they may have more fans at the game...you will be hearing all of us from out west yellin for our squad!! GOOD LUCK GOOD LUCK GOOD LUCK

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• Dezire_85 said June 10, 2008

  I love Rajon Rondo and he is so nice looking. He is the cutest and I know that I will see you around in Club Focus. I just pray you are ready for me...LOL I am pretty confident that Rondo will find the open man and get his assists that he truly deserves. I am crazy for Rondo. Now go win it for us baby...
  
  `Eboni your number one regardless the outcome....Go get' em tiger and see you in Boston!!!!

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• ceenote510 said June 11, 2008

  I am a die hard Laker Fan and looking forward to the opportunity to even the series back up come Thursday evening....I haven't had a chance to see a lot of Celtic games being out here on the West Coast but you have been having an awesome Playoffs this year and it is players like you that keep the games interesting...good work keep it up!

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