Knicks All-Star big man Julius Randle recently discussed a variety of subjects with SNY.tv’s Ian Begley, including his career-best 2020/21 campaign, Mitchell Robinson‘s progression and more.
Randle, 26, is coming off an excellent season with New York, averaging 24.1 points, 10.2 rebounds and six assists per game. He also shot 46% from the field and 41% from deep during those contests.
“My process, honestly, it stays the same,” Randle said. “I try to keep the main focus, the main focus. And that’s, (taking) everything day by day. Whether it’s a workout, whether it’s a film, whatever it is, I just try to give everything that I can when I’m doing what I’m doing. And I kind of let the chips fall where they may.
“I trust the work and the process of everything that I’ve done. And I have faith and belief that that’s going to pay off. I know what I sacrifice, I know what I do to prepare. And regardless of success or failure, I try not to change. I don’t know what the expectation is (for our team). I can’t even tell you what to expect from me. I just know that I’m just gonna keep improving, getting better as a player. That’s just where I stand with it.”
There’s more out of New York tonight:
- In the same interview with SNY.tv, Randle praised the rapid improvement of Knicks guard RJ Barrett. Like Randle, Barrett also had a productive 2020/21 season, averaging 17.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. “RJ’s going to be a really good player,” Randle said as part of a larger quote. “What is he, 21? I don’t know how old he is. He’s young as hell (laughs). He’s a really good player, and I can relate as far as what he’s done, and what I’ve seen from him so far in this offseason is he just keeps improving. That’s really what it’s about.”
- Nets big man Paul Millsap is switching jersey numbers from No. 4 to No. 31, according to NetsDaily (Twitter link). Millsap, a 15-year NBA veteran, signed a free-agent deal to join the team last month.
- Former Knicks guard Frank Ntilikina bid farewell to the team and its fans on Sunday, posting a short video on social media (Instagram link). Ntilikina was the team’s No. 8 pick in the 2017 draft. He recently signed with the Mavericks after spending four seasons in New York.
Knicks can do
RJ, Rose, Quickley and Knox for Ben Simmons and Maxey.
Sixers pass
Sixers don’t have the luxury to pass on any decent offer for Ben.
Knicks pass as well
I am a huge Sixers hater but why would they do that? Lmao they are “win now” …. Eyeroll
link to statmuse.com
Only six players in NBA history. Have posted 24 pts, 10 reb, 6 ast or more in one yr.
Big O did it 3 times ……
Westbrook did it 2 times …….
Bird did it 2 times …….
Chamberlain did it 2 times …….
Jokic did it 1 time …….
Julius Randle did it 1 time.
He was a true All Star last yr. More important is his commitment to getting better and to his team. He’s a 2way player. And he’s just found his real game. Knicks best weapon this yr. Will be our depth. RJ will be a yr older. Mitch is thicker and healthy. Gonna be a fun year.
Something happened to Julius Randle in last year’s playoff loss to Atlanta. Randle improving again and being consistent may be the key to this year’s Knicks’ hopes & season.
Did you really just put Julius Randle on the same level as Oscar Robertson, Larry Bird and Wilt Chamberlain? Lmfao
I don’t think he was saying Randle is as good as those guys, rather he was just stating a statistical fact.
It’s no crazier than putting Russ on the same level as those three.
I doubt most people here are old enough (myself included) to appreciate what an accomplishment it was when Robertson averaged a triple-double in 1962. Westbrook doing it 4 of the last 5 years really seems to lessen that achievement.
And only Bird and Randle had those stats plus averaged over 40% from three.
AL likes to say, trust in Thibs. Randle certainly does and it’s a good place when you can trust the HC.
“I trust the work and the process of everything that I’ve done. And I have faith and belief that that’s going to pay off.”
A HC can shake that faith. But I bet Randle plays without much doubt. Big help in a long season.
Thibs loves guys who work. He’s helped them to become better. And he is loyal to them. I respect that. I always believe an athlete. Is not working if he’s not getting better. Always something you can improve on.
Here’s a stat to remember. Knicks have 10 picks in 2022 n 2023 draft. Four #1 picks and 6 (2nd) rd picks. I’m pretty sure they will be looking to get a big talent. I’m just happy Knick fans finally see a future.
link to fanspo.com
~5 ny picks will eventually go toward some borderline allstar or a once upon a time superstar.
There is no way they can have patience to hold on to picks.
*Unless history changes.
Under Thibs they have been more wise. This new regime is not going for old vets. Young vets is key. Rose n Kemba only have two yr deals. Everyone else is 26 and under.
Must have been a *really* short video
Barrett’s development is going to be as key as any offseason acquisition for us this season. If his flashes become more frequent then he’s a fringe All Star, which opens up a lot of possibilities.
As said, he’s only 21.
If healthy Knicks can play with anyone