Jalen Brunson opens up on losing Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo
The Knicks' blockbuster trade for Karl-Anthony Towns left star point guard Jalen Brunson bittersweet. Brunson reflected Monday on the departures of All-Star Julius Randle and close friend Donte DiVincenzo, both of whom will be traded to the Timberwolves in a deal. “That was definitely tough. I appreciate Julius welcoming me here with open arms. That […]
Julius Randle posts goodbye to New York after Knicks trade
Julius Randle said goodbye to New York with a simple message Sunday night. “New York! Thank you” Randall I wrote it in an Instagram post.was accompanied by a photo of him playing at the Garden, days after news broke of a blockbuster deal that would send star forward Karl-Anthony Towns out of town. Reports of […]
Julius Randle says fans wanted him ‘to be a Knick forever,’ before shocking trade to Minnesota: ‘Never go anywhere’
That was Randall's island. Julius Randle, the superstar power forward who was traded from the Knicks to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a shocking trade Friday night, loves Manhattan — and Manhattan loves him. News of his big trade is sure to sadden some New Yorkers who have often told him to “don't move.” “People told […]
Knicks trade Julius Randle to Timberwolves for Karl-Anthony Towns in rare player swap between contenders
One of the most shocking offseason Friday news stories in recent NBA memory: minnesota timberwolves Karl-Anthony Towns, reportedly new york knicks Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a protected first-round pick. Shams Charania and John Krawczynski The Athletic Announcing the news that a deal was coming, then confirming that the deal had indeed happened, rising to […]
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 […]