History of Julius Randle in Timeline

Julius Randle is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. He's a three-time NBA All-Star, a two-time All-NBA Team member, and was the recipient of the NBA Most Improved Player Award in 2021. His career highlights showcase his significant contributions and achievements in professional basketball.

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1969: Dan Issel's Record

The 2013-14 season, Julius Randle had 24 double-doubles, which was the second most 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 a professional basketball player.

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1996: Patrick Ewing Knicks Record

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

August 2012: Under Armour Elite 24 Dunk Contest and MVP

In August 2012, Julius Randle won the Under Armour Elite 24 dunk Contest. The next day, he was named one of the MVPs of the Elite 24 game, where he scored 27 points and led his team to a 164–138 victory.

2012: Senior Season Averages

As a senior in 2012–13, Julius Randle averaged 32.5 points and 22.5 rebounds per game.

March 2013: Return from Foot Injury

In March 2013, Julius Randle returned for the TAPPS 5A playoffs after missing three months due to a fractured foot. He 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 players selected to play in the 2013 McDonald's All-American Boys Game, as well as the 2013 Jordan Brand Classic.

2013: Ranked No. 2 Player Nationally

In 2013, Julius Randle was considered a five-star recruit and was listed as the No. 1 power forward and the No. 2 player in the nation by Rivals.com.

2013: Top 5 Player in the Class of 2013

In 2013, Julius Randle was widely regarded as a top 5 player in his class at Prestonwood Christian Academy.

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 the 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 Tibia in NBA Debut

On October 28, 2014, during the Lakers' season opener against the Houston Rockets, Julius Randle broke his right tibia after only 14 minutes of playing time.

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. During his regular season debut in 2014, Randle broke his right leg and missed the remainder of his rookie season.

2014: Carmelo Anthony's Franchise Record

On March 20, 2023, Julius Randle scored a career-high 57 points, going 19-of-29 from the field. His 57 points were the most by a Knick in a game since Carmelo Anthony's franchise-record 62 points in 2014.

March 9, 2015: Cleared for Basketball Activities

On March 9, 2015, Julius Randle was cleared to participate in 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: 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 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 Lakers.

March 11, 2018: Career Highs

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

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 125–119 loss to the 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 New York Knicks

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

February 16, 2021: 44 Points and Seven 3-Pointers

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

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 a three-time NBA All-Star and a two-time member of the All-NBA Team

March 7, 2022: Career-High Points with Knicks

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

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

February 2, 2023: Named All-Star Reserve

On February 2, 2023, Julius Randle was named to his second NBA All-Star Game as a reserve for the Eastern Conference.

2023: PCA Retires Randle's #30

In 2023, Prestonwood Christian Academy (PCA) retired Julius Randle's #30 jersey, making it the first number retired by the school for any former athlete.

February 1, 2024: Named to Third All-Star Game

On February 1, 2024, Julius Randle was named to his third All-Star Game as an Eastern Conference reserve.

October 2, 2024: Traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves

On October 2, 2024, Julius Randle was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of a three-team trade with the Charlotte Hornets.

October 22, 2024: Timberwolves Debut

On October 22, 2024, Julius Randle made his Timberwolves debut, scoring 16 points, nine rebounds and four assists, in a 110–103 loss to his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers.