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 a professional basketball player in the NBA. He is a three-time NBA All-Star and has been named to the All-NBA Team twice. Randle was recognized as the NBA Most Improved Player in 2021, highlighting his development and impact on the court.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: Kentucky Season

In the 2013-14 season, Julius Randle helped Kentucky reach the national championship game, where they lost to the University of Connecticut. He achieved the most double-doubles by a UK freshman, with 24.

April 22, 2014: NBA Draft Declaration

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

October 28, 2014: NBA Debut and Injury

On October 28, 2014, Julius Randle was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and in his NBA debut, he broke his right tibia during the game against the Houston Rockets.

2014: NBA Draft and Injury

In 2014, Julius Randle was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round as the seventh overall pick. In his regular season debut in 2014, Randle broke his right leg, causing him to miss the rest of his rookie season.

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 win against the Chicago Bulls.

2016: 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 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 Lakers.

March 11, 2018: Career-High Performance

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

July 2, 2018: Free Agency

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

February 27, 2019: 35 Points vs. Lakers

On February 27, 2019, Julius Randle scored 35 points in a game against the Lakers.

June 16, 2019: Free Agency

On June 16, 2019, Julius Randle declined his second-year player option and became a free agent.

July 9, 2019: Signed with Knicks

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

February 16, 2021: 44 Points vs Hawks

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

August 27, 2021: Contract Extension with Knicks

On August 27, 2021, after a breakthrough season, the 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 and was named a two-time member of the All-NBA Team.

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 win over the Sacramento Kings.

December 28, 2022: 41 Points vs. Spurs

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

January 15, 2023: 42 Points vs. Pistons

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