History of Julius Randle in Timeline

Julius Randle is an American professional basketball player currently playing in the NBA. He is a three-time NBA All-Star and a two-time All-NBA Team member. Randle was recognized for his significant improvement, earning the NBA Most Improved Player Award in 2021.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1969: Reference to Dan Issel's Record

The text mentions that in the 2013–14 season, Julius Randle achieved 24 double-doubles, making it the second most double-doubles by a UK player in school history, behind Dan Issel's 25 in 1969–70.

November 29, 1994: Julius Randle's Birth

On November 29, 1994, Julius Deion Randle was born. He is now an American professional basketball player.

Others born on this day/year

1996: Reference to Patrick Ewing's Record

The text refers to Patrick Ewing having a game with at least 40 points and 15 rebounds in 1996, which Randle matched in 2023.

August 2012: Under Armour Elite 24 dunk Contest Winner and MVP

In August 2012, Julius Randle won the Under Armour Elite 24 dunk Contest and was named one of the MVPs of the Elite 24 game.

2012: Senior Season Stats

During his senior season in 2012, Julius Randle averaged 32.5 points and 22.5 rebounds per game.

March 2013: Returned for TAPPS 5A playoffs and won state title

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

March 20, 2013: Committed to Kentucky

On March 20, 2013, Julius Randle committed to the University of Kentucky, choosing it over Texas, Kansas, and Florida.

2013: Top Recruit Ranking

In 2013, Julius Randle was listed as the No. 1 power forward and the No. 2 player in the nation by Rivals.com.

2013: Top Player in the Class of 2013

In 2013, Julius Randle was widely regarded as a top 5 player in the class of 2013 while attending Prestonwood Christian Academy.

2013: Kentucky Season

Julius Randle helped Kentucky reach the national championship game, during the 2013-14 season.

February 28, 2014: Naismith College Player of the Year Semi-Finalist

On February 28, 2014, Julius Randle was named one of the 10 semi-finalists for the Naismith College Player of the Year.

April 22, 2014: Declared for NBA Draft

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

October 28, 2014: Broke Right Tibia During NBA Debut

On October 28, 2014, Julius Randle broke his right tibia during his NBA debut with the Los Angeles Lakers against the Houston Rockets, missing the remainder of the season.

2014: Drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers

In 2014, Julius Randle was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA draft with the seventh overall pick.

2014: Reference to Carmelo Anthony's Record

The text references Carmelo Anthony's franchise-record 62 points in 2014, when discussing Randle's 57 point game

March 9, 2015: Cleared for Basketball Activities

On March 9, 2015, Julius Randle was cleared for full weight-bearing, non-contact basketball activities following surgery to repair his fractured right tibia.

July 2015: Return to Action in Summer League

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

January 29, 2016: Career-High Scoring Game

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

November 30, 2016: Matched 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.

December 2016: Birth of First Child

In December 2016, Julius Randle's wife, Kendra Shaw, gave birth to their first child.

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 Scoring Game

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

December 29, 2017: Returned to Starting Lineup

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

March 11, 2018: Career-High Scoring Game

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 Renounced Rights to Randle

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

February 27, 2019: Scored 35 Points Against Lakers

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

June 16, 2019: Declined 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: Signed 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: Scored 44 Points Against Atlanta Hawks

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: Contract Extension with Knicks

On August 27, 2021, after his breakthrough season, 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. He was also a three-time NBA All-Star and two-time member of the All-NBA Team.

March 7, 2022: Career-High Scoring Game Against Sacramento Kings

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 and 15 Rebounds 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 achieve at least 40 points and 15 rebounds in a game since Patrick Ewing in 1996.