"Rajon Rondo had a rewarding start to the season, filled with assists and Celtic victories. But there have been some painful days since, with ankle, hamstring, and plantar fasciitis problems causing him to miss 11 games.

But Rondo is doing fine now. And the Celtics will need Rondo to remain healthy as they prepare to host Orlando tomorrow. Kevin Garnett is expected to return from a calf injury but Jermaine O'Neal is contemplating knee surgery.

"I'm not 100 percent, but I felt great,'' Rondo said after the Celtics' 99-94 win over Charlotte Friday night. "I was explosive. But not 100 percent.''"