I did see a report , way back.....at some point after Smart was taken , that Rondo told somebody, He wanted out of Boston and wouldn't resign in 2015. Might have been reported by Jackie.
But...I think his mind to stay could be changed if LoVe was acquired .
After no Love, the obvious next step was Rondo to walk. Unless DA pulled a miracle and got some stars on the club......which Rondo needs to be his most effective.
Could be , as the trade season started , Rondo was pressured to tell Danny about his intentions for staying and money asked if he did.
Danny didn't want him hanging around , waiting to walk .....so I guess Danny wanted to move on , take what he could get before deadline.
I don't think Rondo was coming back . I believe Smarts draft was the que to pack his bags.
I still think DA should have waited out a better offer . I think the Mavs would have caved for a better deal with picks .