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 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, […]
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, 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 […]