Julius Randle's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Julius Randle.

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

1969: Double-Double Record

In the 1969-70 season, Dan Issel had 25 double-doubles, which was the most double-doubles by a UK player in school history.

1996: Ewing Stats

In 1996, Patrick Ewing had 40 points and 15 rebounds, the last time a Knick had as many as Randle did on January 15, 2023.

August 2012: Under Armour Elite 24 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, scoring 27 points and leading his team to a 164–138 victory.

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.

2013: Ranked as Top Prospect

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

February 28, 2014: Naismith Award Semifinalist

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

2014: Anthony Stats

In 2014, Carmelo Anthony scored 62 points for the Knicks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.