5 Reasons Why Rajon Rondo Will Succeed With Sacramento Kings

5 Reasons Why Rajon Rondo Will Succeed With Sacramento Kings

By Samuel Martell

July 6, 2015

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Rajon Rondo Will Find Success In Sacramento

Rajon Rondo Sacramento Kings — With Rajon Rondo now a Sacramento King, eyes will shift to whether he can resurrect his career. Not only will he, but Rondo has a chance to be the most improved player once the 2015-16 season begins. Here are five reasons why that will happen.

With Rajon Rondo now a Sacramento King, eyes will shift to whether he can resurrect his career. Not only will he, but Rondo has a chance to be the most improved player once the 2015-16 season begins. Here are five reasons why that will happen.

5. The Rare Abilities Of Willie Cauley-Stein

Willie Cauley-Stein Sacramento Kings

5. The Rare Abilities Of Willie Cauley-Stein

Willie Cauley-Stein Sacramento Kings — The 2015 NBA Draft selection of Willie Cauley-Stein wasn't exactly a hit in Sacramento, but with the recent addition of Rondo it looks a lot better now. Cauley-Stein possesses that very rare combination of size and athleticism, not to mention defense. Rondo is at his best in the open court, so look for Cauley-Stein to force turnovers and run the fast break with his newly acquired teammate. A lot of alley-oops will happen as well.

The 2015 NBA Draft selection of Willie Cauley-Stein wasn't exactly a hit in Sacramento, but with the recent addition of Rondo it looks a lot better now. Cauley-Stein possesses that very rare combination of size and athleticism, not to mention defense. Rondo is at his best in the open court, so look for Cauley-Stein to force turnovers and run the fast break with his newly acquired teammate. A lot of alley-oops will happen as well.

4. Former Boston Celtics Possess Similarities To Revamped Kings

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4. Former Boston Celtics Possess Similarities To Revamped Kings

Formor Boston Celtics Sacramento Kings — The Boston Celtics of old have several similarities with these Kings. For one, Rondo is at the helm for both, but for another, they have just as much shooting and defensive capabilities as Boston did. Now, don't compare success stories yet, but the Kings are well on their way. Look for Rondo to enjoy playing with his new teammates in Sacramento.

The Boston Celtics of old have several similarities with these Kings. For one, Rondo is at the helm for both, but for another, they have just as much shooting and defensive capabilities as Boston did. Now, don't compare success stories yet, but the Kings are well on their way. Look for Rondo to enjoy playing with his new teammates in Sacramento.

3. Sharpshooter Marco Belinelli Gives Rondo Extra Space

Marco Belinelli Sacramento Kings

3. Sharpshooter Marco Belinelli Gives Rondo Extra Space

Marco Belinelli Sacramento Kings — A few days ago, the Kings added sharpshooter Marco Bellinelli from the championship pedigree San Antonio Spurs. Belinelli has never really been given the credit that he's due, but he has a big chance in Sacramento to showcase his array of skills to the NBA in the upcoming years. Not only will he give Rondo the space he needs to create on the court, but he will also give the Kings that much-needed veteran presence to keep guys like Rondo in check.

A few days ago, the Kings added sharpshooter Marco Bellinelli from the championship pedigree San Antonio Spurs. Belinelli has never really been given the credit that he's due, but he has a big chance in Sacramento to showcase his array of skills to the NBA in the upcoming years. Not only will he give Rondo the space he needs to create on the court, but he will also give the Kings that much-needed veteran presence to keep guys like Rondo in check.

2. Head Coach George Karl Will Give Rondo The Freedom He Needs

George Karl Sacramento Kings

2. Head Coach George Karl Will Give Rondo The Freedom He Needs

George Karl Sacramento Kings — Head coach George Karl will give Rondo exactly what he needs, which is the freedom to create on the court. Rajon Rondo still has great vision, and he's going to love playing in Karl's up-tempo offense. Dallas was one of the worst possible fits for the point guard, but he has a great chance to right his wrongs. Look for Rondo and Karl to get Sacramento off to a fast start.

Head coach George Karl will give Rondo exactly what he needs, which is the freedom to create on the court. Rajon Rondo still has great vision, and he's going to love playing in Karl's up-tempo offense. Dallas was one of the worst possible fits for the point guard, but he has a great chance to right his wrongs. Look for Rondo and Karl to get Sacramento off to a fast start.

1. Cousins And Rondo Will Be A Fantastic Duo

DeMarcus Cousins Sacramento Kings

1. Cousins And Rondo Will Be A Fantastic Duo

DeMarcus Cousins Sacramento Kings — Talk about about great pick-n-roll action. With Rondo's passing ability now mixed in with Cousins' offensive ability, look for the Sacramento Kings to establish the offensive firepower they've been lacking ever since the days of Chris Webber and Peja Stojakovic. Not only can Cousins shoot from mid-range though, but he can also be dominant in the post. Rajon Rondo's skills haven't disappeared that much.

Talk about about great pick-n-roll action. With Rondo's passing ability now mixed in with Cousins' offensive ability, look for the Sacramento Kings to establish the offensive firepower they've been lacking ever since the days of Chris Webber and Peja Stojakovic. Not only can Cousins shoot from mid-range though, but he can also be dominant in the post. Rajon Rondo's skills haven't disappeared that much.

Samuel Martell is Oklahoma City’s beat writer at www.RantSports.com. To stay connected, ‘follow’ him on Twitter, ‘like’ him on Facebook, or ‘add’ him to your network on Google.

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