MIAMI — Rajon Rondo battled to the end of the Celtics’ 120-107 season-opening loss to the Heat Tuesday night. Unfortunately for Rondo, his combative attitude led to a flagrant foul and a technical late in the game.

First, Rondo disputed a non-call as Dwyane Wade wheeled in a one-hander for a 102-89 Miami lead with 7:22 remaining. In the next 10 seconds, Ray Allen converted the technical and Rondo missed two free throws.