Rondo was still a favorite of my mine to watch, from the beginning of when he got drafted, and to when he made spectacular hustle plays in the playoffs, sacrificing his body, and showing off extreme heart.
He was always the smallest, but the loudest to prove his desire to make a point during basketball.
That being said, hopefully Rondo doesn't make his return. I don't think his playing style, and his mentality set well with Stevens. I know the two definitely had a great and professional relationship, but I wonder how much in common and enthusiasm; each other shared as player and coach.