Career Timeline of Julius Randle: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Julius Randle, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Julius Randle is an American professional basketball player in the NBA, currently playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He is a three-time NBA All-Star and two-time All-NBA Team member. Notably, he received the NBA Most Improved Player Award in 2021, highlighting his significant development and impact in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2012: Senior Season Averages

During the 2012-13 senior season, Julius Randle averaged 32.5 points and 22.5 rebounds per game.

March 2013: Return from Injury and State Title

In March 2013, Julius Randle returned from a foot fracture for the TAPPS 5A playoffs and led his team to its third state title in four years.

March 20, 2013: Commitment to Kentucky

On March 20, 2013, Julius Randle committed to Kentucky, choosing it over Texas, Kansas, and Florida. He joined other top recruits to play in the 2013 McDonald's All-American Boys Game and the 2013 Jordan Brand Classic.

2013: Kentucky Season Statistics

During the 2013-14 season, Julius Randle played in 40 games, averaging 15.0 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.

April 22, 2014: Declares for NBA Draft

On April 22, 2014, Julius Randle declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

October 28, 2014: NBA Debut and Injury

On October 28, 2014, Julius Randle was playing his debut NBA game for the Los Angeles Lakers when he broke his right tibia and missed the rest of the season.

2014: NBA Draft and Injury

In 2014, Julius Randle was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA draft with the seventh overall pick, then broke his right leg in his regular season debut and missed the rest of his rookie season.

March 9, 2015: Cleared for Basketball Activities

On March 9, 2015, Julius Randle was cleared for full weight-bearing, non-contact basketball activities, after recovering from a broken tibia.

July 2015: Summer League Return

In July 2015, Julius Randle returned to action with the Lakers' Summer League team.

January 29, 2016: Career-High Points

On January 29, 2016, Julius Randle scored a career-high 23 points in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

November 30, 2016: Career-High Rebounds

On November 30, 2016, Julius Randle had 13 points and matched a career high with 20 rebounds in a 96–90 win over the Chicago Bulls.

2016: Joins US Select Team

In the 2016 off-season, Julius Randle joined the US Select Team that practiced against the United States men's national team ahead of the 2016 Summer Olympics.

March 15, 2017: Career-High Points

On March 15, 2017, Julius Randle scored a career-high 32 points in a 139–100 loss to the Houston Rockets.

December 29, 2017: Return to Starting Lineup

On December 29, 2017, Julius Randle returned to the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Lakers.

March 11, 2018: Career-High Points and Rebounds

On March 11, 2018, Julius Randle had a career-high 36 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists in a 127–113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

July 2, 2018: Lakers Renounce Rights

On July 2, 2018, the Los Angeles Lakers renounced their rights to Julius Randle, making him an unrestricted free agent.

February 27, 2019: Scores 35 points against the Lakers

On February 27, 2019, Julius Randle scored 35 points in a 125–119 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

June 16, 2019: Declines Player Option

On June 16, 2019, Julius Randle declined his second-year player option with the New Orleans Pelicans, becoming a free agent.

July 9, 2019: Signs with the New York Knicks

On July 9, 2019, Julius Randle signed a three-year, $63 million contract with the New York Knicks.

February 16, 2021: Scores 44 Points

On February 16, 2021, Julius Randle scored 44 points and logged a then career-high seven 3-pointers in a 123–112 win over the Atlanta Hawks.

August 27, 2021: Knicks Extend Contract

On August 27, 2021, the New York Knicks extended Julius Randle's contract with a four-year, $117 million extension.

2021: NBA Most Improved Player Award

In 2021, Julius Randle was awarded the NBA Most Improved Player Award.

March 7, 2022: Career-High Points

On March 7, 2022, Julius Randle put up a then career-high 46 points on a career-high eight three-pointers made in a 131–115 win over the Sacramento Kings.

December 28, 2022: 41 Points Against Spurs

On December 28, 2022, Julius Randle recorded 41 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists in a 122–115 loss against the San Antonio Spurs.

January 15, 2023: 42 Points Against Pistons

On January 15, 2023, Julius Randle put up 42 points and 15 rebounds in a 117–104 win over the Detroit Pistons, becoming the first player in Knicks history to put up at least 40 points and 15 rebounds in a game since Patrick Ewing in 1996.