Julius Randle could help fill Hartenstein void as Knicks seek center
Tom Thibodeau is open to using Julius Randle under center next season, but is concerned that exposing the All-Star to too much physical strain could wear him down. “The center will probably have to be done by committee,” Thibodeau said. Veteran author Steve Ashburner said: “We'll look at some different things because we have versatility,” […]
Knicks, Julius Randle on the clock for tricky contract decision
The countdown to the Knicks’ most complicated contract extension eligibility begins this weekend. Julius Randle, a former All-Star under Tom Thibodeau, can add up to four years and $181.5 million to his current contract starting Saturday. While the Knicks are prioritizing retaining their core players in virtually every other respect, it will be difficult to […]
A transformed Julius Randle can close Celtics gap after Knicks’ playoff success
Kenny Smith agreed with Jalen Brunson, but he believes the Knicks still need one more player to substantially close the gap on the Celtics — and that player is a transformed Julius Randle. “I think Julius Randle is good enough to do that,” Smith told The Post at the NBL Next Stars, held at the […]
Julius Randle expects to be ready for Knicks season
Julius Randle, while explaining the tough decision to undergo shoulder surgery before the playoffs, said his recovery is “ahead of schedule” and he will be available for the start of next season. “I’m fine, brother. … I’m fine, I’m healthy,” Randle said on “7PM in Brooklyn” with hosts Carmelo Anthony and The Kid Mero. “I’m […]
Injured Julius Randle back with Knicks: ‘great to see him’
Wearing a gray hooded sweatsuit, Julius Randle sat on the edge of the Knicks’ bench Thursday night for the first time since undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery last month. Manager Tom Thibodeau pointed to the importance of the three-time All-Star and his team’s ability to eliminate the 76ers in the first round in Game 6 in […]
Knicks missing Julius Randle’s secondary scoring punch
PHILADELPHIA — As the Knicks’ offense became increasingly reliant on one man, sometimes with success, sometimes with alarming scoring slumps, Josh Hart was Julius. -Randall didn’t forget why he was helpful. “Where do I start? I mean, he’s an All-Star,” said Hart, who essentially replaced Randle in the starting lineup but not with any offensive […]
Knicks facing pivotal Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle decisions
BOSTON — The Knicks’ salary cap situation looks perfect as of today. But big decisions and initiatives are at hand. Beyond the obvious free agency of OG Anunoby and the unpredictable trade market of the summer, the team’s two All-Stars, Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle, will be eligible for extensions after this season. Leon Rose, […]
NBA Star Julius Randle’s Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery Sends Surging Contender’s Title Hopes Down The Drain
New York Knicks star forward Julius Randle will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, sources told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Randle, who had been trying to work his way back from injury, hasn’t played since the end of January after dislocating his shoulder in a game against the Miami Heat, ESPN reported. BREAKING: After two months of rehabilitation […]
Julius Randle surgery a ‘tough blow’ to Knicks teammates
While it wasn’t quite as shocking, there was a different energy as the Knicks prepared for their game against the Kings on Thursday night after hearing the news of teammate Julius Randle’s injury. The All-Star forward will undergo season-ending surgery, the team announced before the game. He dislocated his right shoulder in a game against […]
Knicks’ inconsistent Julius Randle info leads to more questions than answers
I’ve been waiting for column ideas for about a month. It foreshadowed Julius Randle’s return to the court, but at the time Tom Thibodeau had consistently provided positive — if misleading — updates on his rehabilitation. I felt it was imminent. The gist of the column was that fans should temper their expectations and tone […]