Why Didn't The Jimmy Butler / D-Wade Chicago Bulls Team Work?

[@aAsShHtTo0nN]

Rondo is probably more respected by nba fans than he realizes.

[@troll-fx2zc]

What about ncaa fans?

[@kevinconroy6606]

@@troll-fx2zcwhat about them???? They’re irrelevant as usual lol tf you think

[@troll-fx2zc]

@@kevinconroy6606 I think getting respect from ncaa fans is way better

[@deez9805]

@@troll-fx2zcyou gotta explain this

[@joshuad24]

@@frozenpizza5242lmaooo I don’t watch the ncaa or care about it but where did you get that description of ncaa fans haha

[@doublecell966]

This dude was a living breathing triple double before the acl injury

[@goodworksworldbasketball]

Rondo was a top 3 pg

[@Daessenceofrik]

😢 still so sad these teams didnt work for us.

[@CappenKrunch]

As a Bulls fan I was SICK… Rondo was on point

[@chuteball]

People are forgetting, but Rondo and D Wade had to get on Jimmy for not working hard.

[@crazyvoice12]

Truth is with the playoffs, Rondo doesn’t get injured in the first round, Bulls win that series.

[@johnjones7405]

Rondo getting hurt Is the only thing stopped this team

[@IHurdNuk]

Rondo IQ Vision Ball control second to nun

[@zachclarke61]

As good as those guys are individually, if none of your perimeter players can shoot, you're going to have a bad time.

[@justinbyrd995]

Lonzo Lavine derozan gone be the same way

[@CaneCarter-rl1gq]

No shooting

[@derrickartis8183]

Too many kids no veterans

[@shawnmarques7117]

Before Rondo got hurt in Chicago the Celtics could not beat them no answer went up 2-0 but soon as Rondo got hurt the Celtics went 4-0 to win the series 4-2.

[@shadbreezy94]

Yeah that series wasn’t close when he played what happened what he broke his hand didn’t he or something like that

[@Lucky-sh1dm]

@@shadbreezy94yes i remember this vividly… Rondo was balling like it was 08

[@cristianlopez6801]

⁠@@shadbreezy94im pretty sure it was his hand.

[@BlackSocks-ew7qy]

Iirc rondo play game 3 I watch the whole series and I think they have lead up until rondo out from finger injury if I'm not wrong I just know watching them that team doesn't play good with no leader

[@Fent-]

Brad stevens also put Gerald green in the starting lineup and they started running them off the floor. It was a chess match

[@caelenow2829]

Bad coaching. Benching key players, not having good chemistry, etc is all on the HC being incompetent

[@TheOriginalPoon]

That bulls team got me a lot of respect for Rondo as a laker fan. There were reports of a divide in the locker room between the young players and Jimmy Butler/DWade, and Rondo took the side of the young players and vehemently defended them and their growth to the two vets. That level of leadership is VITAL to a functioning team

[@disispeter]

Who was the young guys on that team ?

[@terrancecarmichael619]

Which is funny for Jimmy to split himself apart from the younger guys and Rondo taking the younger guys side when you consider Jimmy was only 27 and is younger than Rondo.

[@troll-fx2zc]

Wow, you're a lakers fan

[@facecrook3454]

@@disispeterjust looked it up, most notable are probably Michael Carter-Williams, Bobby Portis, Nikola Mirotic, and Cameron Payne

[@metsrus]

I think Wade was there just to recruit Jimmy and didn't care about no leadership.

[@250miles2]

100% agree! The Celtics were going to lose that series, had Rondo not gotten hurt. The Bulls beat them, in their own gym, the 1st 2 games. Rondo was cookin' them! But, the Bulls couldn't win another game, as soon as he was hurt.

[@Bigedub101]

Exactly and remember when Rondo went to New Orleans and they went and swept that Portland team and they beat Portland both home games 1 and 2

[@chadbinette3201]

As a Celtics fan rondo is still one of my all time favorite players. If Tatum and brown could get a point guard like rondo they could reach their ceiling. Man had handles in his younger days too.

[@pocketbarrels]

Unknowingly to outsiders looking in, he was glue for the teams. Especially his first seasons with Boston and the Big 3, he was the PG they needed. Seeing the statline of 10+ assists was normal lol

[@CollinGarner-f6j]

He was a true maestro in his prime.. Man I miss Rondo and D Wade on the Bulls.

[@nimaiiikun]

JJ, ask Rondo about his time with the Mavs

[@koldtruth4961]

Ooooo yeah I forgot about that 🤣 Rondo probably specifically asked JJ not to ask about that 😅

[@MattGarcyaDC]

man it sucks he aint ask anything related to that

[@nickdehart7463]

If he ask that Rondo can flip it around and ask JJ how his time with the Mavs went to lol

[@nimaiiikun]

@@nickdehart7463 oh snap, JJ uploaded a Rondo video about the Mavs! yay

[@MichaelGBlight]

Injuries are part of it all. Especially considering their age and underperformance during the season.

[@onyroo]

Idc if I’m about to rehear all these clips again when the full episode drops. Rondo drops gems.

[@TheIndianCelticsShow]

Bro the full episode already dropped yesterday 😂

[@darrylwilliams1975]

He was a true maestro in his prime.

[@shikamarunara7254]

Any bulls fan could’ve seen that bulls team had no chemistry. D wade and butler were sending shots to their teammates to the press and rondo was calling them out for shitting on their own teammates.

[@t-god2439]

The coaching as well

[@Vichinsky-ox8px]

​@t-god2439 I think personality don't fit.

[@t-god2439]

@@Vichinsky-ox8px watching rondo’s career i wish he just found one coach who could really coach him. like imagine a prime rondo and Steve Kerr or mark Jackson.

[@Vichinsky-ox8px]

@@t-god2439 It's tough Rondo is so smart it's difficult for him to be coached

[@mikewilliams9069]

Mrs wade is apoozy

[@Goxilla]

Back then the league was stacked with ultra elite point guards. Rondo, CP3, Derrick Rose were the absolute best and peaking at the same time. You could even argue that D-Williams, Westbrook, Kyrie and Steph were in that mix but they were young upcoming monsters. Rondo might be the last pure playmaker

[@g..._anthony27]

Lmaooooo 2016-2017

[@Mad_Intellect]

Don't sleep on John Wall...injuries though.

[@damienpenicaud2256]

Tony Parker Damn he does not get any respect

[@Goxilla]

@@Mad_Intellect yea John Wall was up there for a short time

[@Goxilla]

@@damienpenicaud2256 No doubt he was good but not on the same level as those mentioned

[@robsmith6650]

Because none of them are reliable three point shooters

[@tmac731]

Bulls could’ve gone to the ecf if rondo didn’t get hurt

[@Fent-]

Making the ECF then wasn’t impressive. The East was historically weak

[@tmac731]

@@Fent- bulls were the 8th so it would’ve been impressive

[@BLACKSTA361]

One of my Fav Teams of all time That Bulls team was fun Too bad it didn't work out in the end but the potential was there

[@piccolomair]

No..the potential was not there. It was a corporate team. The bulls got the biggest names they could get without breaking the bank. The team was designed to put butts in seats and to help mend a public perception that the bulls were not a player-friendly team. I hated that team so much.

[@richardgrayson6638]

That 2017 Bulls team could have went to the Eastern Conference Finals if Rondo didn't get hurt.

[@piccolomair]

@@richardgrayson6638 the 41 - 41 team that had been inconsistent all regular season were going to just figure it out in the playoffs on the back of "playoff rondo". When we have fans who believe things like this why would reinsdorf and management ever feel the need to ever truly give any effort in constructing a good roster.

[@BLACKSTA361]

@@piccolomair to be fair tho Rondo and Jimmy are known to be significantly better players come playoffs. All they needed was to stay fit and away from injuries

[@BLACKSTA361]

@@richardgrayson6638 Til this day I firmly believe that could've been a legit possibility

[@robertbloom4424]

Can definitely see chemistry as a problem with this team, but also shooting was a huge problem with the 16-17 Bulls. A lot of good defenders, but on offense, the big minutes guys weren't shooters. Not a lot of size, either. Their best big was Robin Lopez. A career backup and defensive specialist. Really, a poorly balanced roster all-around. No way this team was winning a title outside of pure luck.

[@AmoyGordon-k1z]

I think injuries derailed that bulls team... they had a 2-0 lead without home court advantage. These are 3 guys that totally transform come playoff time.... 3 defensive juggernauts. But I think the injury to rondo then later the injury to dwade left Jimmy by himself to carry the load. I wish they gave that squad another chance but it is what it is.

[@dawg2067]

Rondo was my favorite player on that Celtics team! And was a huge part of the 2020 Lakers championship

[@ricardoalvarez8415]

Lakers should have signed him and Dwight. They would have won back 2 back.

[@2UGamingProductions]

He ruined the celtics dynasty because of pride

[@dawg2067]

@@2UGamingProductions no, Ray Allen did!

[@thatman8636]

@@dawg2067💯

[@mikewilliams9069]

@@ricardoalvarez8415dumbell, both of them quit and betrayed the lakers

[@rage3525]

It worked when the coach stopped hoeing Rondo...that's why they were destroying Boston in the playoffs until Rondo got hurt

[@t-god2439]

Thank you!!!!! That’s exactly when they went on a run as well

[@mybrainisshortcake]

Rondo is my favorite pure PG hands down. Smooth quick layups, getcha 15-20 assists, nail one or two clutch threes, a few steals... *every* once in a while, a monster dunk. Always a chance to win when he was on the court. Still my secret weapon glue guy in 2k... he can turn any big into Shaq.

[@moneymoney3235]

💯

[@troll-fx2zc]

What about Tony Parker?

[@moneymoney3235]

@@troll-fx2zc he’s a beast he’s not dunking tho

[@troll-fx2zc]

@@moneymoney3235 what about Steph Curry?

[@moneymoney3235]

@@troll-fx2zc what are u talking about? Currys not a pure pg

[@ohgeyeah]

I love Rondo...especially the intangibles he brought to the game...I see him coaching real soon...I know coaches his son

[@geniusmma]

this Rondo-Reddick feels like one of the the smartest podcast that I have ever listened to

[@kevinhawkins20]

That team was definitely gonna upset the #1 seed Celtics in the playoffs

[@francmittelo6731]

The problem with chemistry in American sports is the "I am the Super Star and this is my team. The rest of you are just supporting cast and role players" mentality. You rarely have this problem in European football because EVERY single position is respected. In European football, any position can be man of the match (MVP), any position can be the highest paid player. So, every player in the starting 11 knows he is valued and he has an important role to play. In contrast, American sports have chosen to go the Hollywood way with only a select few can be "Super Stars," while the rest of the team is relegated to role player and supporting cast. Look at how they are treating the RB position in American football. That is why there is so much jealousy and envy between teammates in American sports. LOL

[@SuperDunk1000]

Rondo will forever be my all-time favorite player 🍀

[@richardpidgeon6936]

It's funny that I didn't actually really appreciate Rondo until later in his career, but even know he continues to show how intelligent and knowledgeable about the game he is. Would love to see him on the coaching staff somewhere as think he could be a real difference maker.

[@johnnybraxton5539]

Rondo was a baller but I always loved him for going rogue on refs or coaches

[@KidBakz]

I remember this roster very well, one of the teams I was looking forward to seeing when season started but unfortunately didn't meet the expectations. Was still fun seeing D-Wade in a Bulls jersey

[@russallen2011]

Rondo is too real for most people

[@Daveyjdigital]

Maybe because Wade turned into Shewayne

[@khamla616]

Bulls management ruined the team

[@vill1520boys]

Had rondo not gotten hurt who knows how the playoffs would’ve turned out still can’t believe what happened to IT2 lost his sister still played and won a playoff series then lost his bag because he played hurt

[@philliprhinehardt6268]

Rajon Rondo is very underrated as a point guard.

[@AAA-tp7nc]

Fred Hoiberg was not the guy to handle their personalities

[@sidenote1459]

3:45 Agree. Hope you know that us fans thought so too. As a lakers fan I have nothing but respect, loved seein ya play.

[@TerrenceLP]

Rondo broke his hand ✋ it was over from that point 👉

[@richardstephens7636]

Shotgunned beers during this video

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Rajon Rondo UNDERRATED PLAYER 💪💪💪

[@ldj7039]

ah yes, John Paxson and Gar Forman's "younger and more athletic" three alphas squad lmao

[@milestones140]

3 guys that need the ball control

[@Midnite101]

Can’t wait to see Rondo as a head coach one day. He’ll turn a bad team to a playoff contender and championship contender

[@LosHavin]

rondonumbanine forever heem💯

[@Chris7820]

That boy is underrated a true PG. OT going to score 30 but gon get a double double with rebounds and assists

[@brianmathews2926]

I remember hating Rondo as a Raptors fan when he was with the Celtics. He would just tear them apart.

[@SOLOHeyman]

When I saw that Tyrese Maxey was practicing with Rondo in his offseasons, I knew Maxey would improve. Two guards from Kentucky that both slipped to pick 21, when they should have been top 5 picks in their respective drafts.

[@TheRealTruth533]

J.J Redick. The ex player bootlicker of NBA players. Always taking the players side in everything.

[@Swagoullie]

It’s not really rocket science. Wade was past his prime and Wade declined a lot once he couldn’t slash as quickly because he never had a reliable 3 ball. And with neither Jimmy nor Rondo being a great 3 shooter, it wasn’t a good combo overall.

[@cleanupeverything14]

These ninjas took it easy in the regular season then turned up in the playoffs and was about to sweep the Celtics but the nba wouldn't have that. Lefraud James was gonna be next . Stop lying!

[@wesleymiller3830]

The Celtics beat the bulls that year because they were the better team, simple. Wade was old and Jimmy ain’t it. Bulls would’ve lost regardless, whether rondo would’ve played or not

[@nashselsam9934]

Rondo one of the most underrated guards to ever play.

[@j43oftheftp]

Rondo was the reason that Bulls team even won those playoff games. Not Jimmy. Not Wade. It was Rondo.

[@mikelh.7958]

lifelong chicago fan here. bulls lose because jbutler is ALL HYPE!!!

[@tallsmile28]

Rondo should be in the NBA coaching. An incredible basketball mind.

[@devious141]

Tell the truth, D.Wade was there to recruit Jimmy, that whole year he was gassing up Heat culture

[@TXhydroponix]

Talks about leadership and chemistry but gave up in the playoffs when he was on the mavs lol

[@groundnpound702]

I never listened to rondo talk in my life. Idk why i thought he sounded like Chris Tucker in my head.

[@eboooo]

The bulls were winning each game handidly

[@akeimmorris4652]

I’m a Celtics fan and if rondo didn’t get hurt they would’ve swept the Cs

[@rickDArula]

Smh im still hurt he went down. Bulls would have beat Boston and had a good chance against Washington

[@dboyfly24]

I remember growing up i didnt like rondo now im going 30 and i respect this guy more than i do my boss😂

[@MegasSalavatis]

Why would a team playing with 3 athletic guards who can't shoot not make it?

[@ChopFromDaBlock]

I hate how the NBA can depict or narrate the character of an individual, then you can see them on a podcast and the perception changes

[@lars2dots]

rondo in my top 5 pgs only guy to have a ring on lakers n celtics and playoff rondo was a problem

[@fredrico45]

Without even listening to this, I know what went wrong. Bad attitude will get u every time

[@travisjohnson6703]

No 3 ball from the stars. Thats it.

[@elablues]

Why didn't one of the worst roster constructions of the past decade work?

[@mwnemo]

Rondo was much better than the league gave him credit for.

[@thewsilva420]

I remember they traded taj and doug for cam payne. Wut the hell was that

[@namtrof01]

As a Celtics fan I hope number 9 hits the rafters, nobody should forget prime rondo was arguably as good of a point guard as there was at that time as far as impacting a game without a deep scoring bag, like occasionally he’d hit a three or a middy but you knew where he was going with the ball in his hands but you didn’t know what he was gonna do when he got there, plus playoff rondo was a different machine, he was a big reason for Boston almost beating Miami in 2011 or 2012

[@jwatson181]

He lost you a title against the Lakers. Kobe double teamed everyone and just left him open.

[@Fent-]

@@jwatson181Garnett’s injure in 2009, and Kendrick Perkins getting hurt for game 7 cost Boston the title

[@peldoria]

No one could shoot, why does that require a 5 minute video JJ

[@confidentialcollection]

Chicago f**ks with you heavy!!! ⏸️

[@Raider2Pac]

Bro sounds like an honest man

[@BattleTruth]

It did work rondo was injured

[@bigbillmusic]

That bulls coach that year is the worst of all time

[@blackurustrikes2328]

Would have like to see that squad play 3 seasons together with healthy Wade and Rondo. That squad could have taken at least one of post-Miami ECF titles from LeBron.

[@KingJerbear]

Without Rondo, zero chance of 08 Celtics raising a banner. And I'm a Boston fan... I'm inclined to say the same thing for the '20 Lakers

[@Batch-ju8id]

Rondo is a Top 10 point God of all-time.

[@88smjls]

Rondo was the best PG till he got injured.

[@risingred1241]

Hoidburg was on bullshit all year that season.

[@MeechYaboy]

Boston without rondo doesn’t beat bron let alone win a chip… also played a major role in the bubble chip… he’s the piece la is missing currently

[@TylerDavis-y4x]

Who the hell put 3 or 4 pg ahead of rondo 😂😂😂😂

[@watchitbeme3171]

Blame front office and head coach was clueless

[@davidjin4813]

Major elitism energy that year from Butler/Wade. I'm big fans of both, but they probably look back on that year with regret, especially with how Butler has adjusted his way with teammates in Miami

[@ramaladingdong4998]

2:03 cough cough clippers… cough cough Philly

[@dberry3300]

People forget JJ Redick was almost a Chicago Bulls if the Mavs didnt match the offer that year. I wonder how that would have worked out.

[@regg58]

Rondo was the best pg in the league at one point

[@Born2Win7774]

Chemistry dictates team success more than ANYTHING. That team had 2 players that consistently elevate their game when it mattered in playoff Rondo and Jimmy but cuz they both didn't wanna be there, it was ugly!!