Former NBA point guard Rajon Rondo, 37, was arrested Sunday in Jackson County, Indiana, and faces a legal battle over the weekend.WDRB-TV, citing court records and a spokesman for the Indiana State Police, reported the arrest Monday night.
Rondo was pulled over for a traffic violation, then an officer found him in possession of a gun, drug paraphernalia and marijuana during a search. He was taken into custody and later released after posting bond at the Jackson County Jail. Notably, Rondeau was prohibited from possessing a firearm due to a no-contact order.
This incident was not the first time Rondeau had run into legal problems.2022, a woman filed an emergency protective order against him, claiming he threatened her with a gun. Although the protective order was eventually dismissed after a settlement was reached, it nonetheless raised concerns about his alleged erratic and capricious behaviour.
Despite the controversy, Rondo has won numerous awards during his 16-year NBA career. He was a four-time All-Star, won two NBA championships with the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers, and played for several notable teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2021-22 season.
Rondo's arrest casts a shadow over his otherwise illustrious career and raises questions about his future. Potential legal ramifications and concerns about his behaviour remain to be seen, making this a developing story to watch.