MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28: Rajon Rondo #7 of the Atlanta Hawks passes the ball up the court against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at American Airlines Arena on February 28, 2021 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)
It was nearly a decade ago when the Miami Heat practically closed the Boston Celtics’ championship window in 2012. The Heat eliminated Celtics after seven games, which ended a four-man faction of Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and 26 year-old point guard Rajon Rondo.