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 […]
Stephen A. Smith melts down as Julius Randle surgery revealed live on air
Stephen A. Smith is emotional after the loss of Knicks All-Star forward Julius Randle. The “First Take” host learned during Thursday’s broadcast that Randle would undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, and his reaction was predictably dramatic. Smith, who held his head in his hands before slamming his desk repeatedly in disgust, went on a rant about […]
Knicks’ championship hopes fade with Julius Randle lost for season
It’s best to say it out loud, because it’s impossible to escape the “what if” part of this terrifying development. There was a crystallizing moment in this basketball season that if you’re a Knicks fan, you’re given the greatest gift of all. belief. Actual, authentic, legitimate beliefs, not colored by rose-colored glasses or fanciful dreams. […]
Julius Randle having season-ending surgery in crushing Knicks blow
Julius Randle did everything he could to return to the Knicks without undergoing surgery this season, but the All-Star power forward couldn’t avoid the option of ending the season. Randle, who has not played since dislocating his right shoulder on Jan. 27, will undergo surgery and be re-examined in five months, the Knicks announced before […]
Julius Randle’s extended absence a Knicks concern before playoffs
Another game, another DNP for Julius Randle. And as the pre-playoff hourglass nears empty, questions about Randle’s rust become more real. “I’m always worried,” Tom Thibodeau said. “About everything.” Julius Randle has yet to return to action for the Knicks since dislocating his right shoulder. Noah K. Murray writes for the New York Post To […]
Julius Randle, OG Anunoby make progress in road trip with Knicks
CLEVELAND — Julius Randle, Mitchell Robinson and OG Anunoby all traveled to Cleveland with the Knicks in a game that manager Tom Thibodeau labeled the “next step” for his injured starting frontcourt. There were no players in the game, but it was his first time playing in a road game since his injury. “It’s the […]
Channing Frye’s advice for how Julius Randle should handle shoulder injury
Channing Frye understands the risk and pain that awaits Julius Randle. He also recommends that the power forward stay put because the Knicks are competing with him in the lineup. Former Knick Frye also dislocated his shoulder in the NBA, avoided surgery as much as possible, and prioritized winning until a second dislocation put him […]