I really don't want to jinx Rondo, but the last time the Celtics had a super-hyped prospect was Al Jefferson. Jefferson was "ok" in his first two seasons. He was "ok" in November of his 3rd season... and then he never looked back.
Al Jefferson in November of his 3rd season: 9.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1 block. In December he averaged 15.4 points, 10.7 rebounds and 1.7 blocks. He just kind of gained steady momentum from then on... finishing the season averaging 16 points, 11 rebounds and 1.5 blocks. Sure, it partially had to do with a minute upgrade, but he definitely seemed to "click" in December of his 3rd year. I kept waiting to see if he'd slump and it never happened. He went from average player to reaching his 20/10 potential.
Well Rondo just completed November of his 3rd season averaging: 8.9 points, 7.1 assists and 4.3 rebounds and 2.3 steals. Not bad, but still moments of inconsistency. So far two games into December and he's averaging 16 points, 14.5 assists, 8.5 rebounds and 2 steals. Sure it's just two games, but it's encouraging. Could we be witnessing Rondo's Jeffersonesque 3rd season "clicking"? Have I just completely jinxed the crap out of Rondo? Lol... oh well.