Boston Celtics trade Rajon Rondo to Dallas Mavericks

Mavs land versatile forward in three-team deal

Celtics shake up roster, send Defensive Player of the Year to Dallas

The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks have officially completed a trade that sends point guard Rajon Rondo to the Mavericks, the teams announced Thursday night. The Mavericks have also acquired restricted free agent Grant Williams from the Boston Celtics in a three-team trade that also involves the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs will receive center Jakob Poeltl from the Mavericks and a future first-round pick from the Celtics.

The Celtics have long been rumored to be interested in trading Rondo, who has one year remaining on his contract. The 32-year-old point guard is a four-time All-Star and has been a key part of the Celtics' success in recent years. However, the Celtics have been looking to get younger and more athletic, and Rondo's age and injury history have been a concern.

The Mavericks, meanwhile, have been looking for a point guard to replace Dennis Smith Jr., who was traded to the New York Knicks earlier this month. Rondo is a veteran point guard who can provide leadership and experience to a young Mavericks team. He is also a good passer and rebounder, and he can score when needed.

The Celtics, meanwhile, will get a young, athletic forward in Williams. The 22-year-old forward is a good defender and rebounder, and he can also score. He is a rising star who could be a key part of the Celtics' future.