Woj: Julius Randle ankle will need to improve a lot to play in Game 1
Clutch Points: “I’m told that that there’s gonna have to be some fairly considerable improvement between now and Sunday for Julius Randle to be available… This is the second time he has sprained this ankle.” @wojespn on Randle’s status for Game 1 of Knicks-Heat pic.twitter.com/QZuTM7yQog
Source: Twitter @ClutchPointsApp
Source: Twitter @ClutchPointsApp
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Ian Begley @IanBegley
Quentin Grimes expects to play Game 1 on Sunday. Julius Randle took shots, did cardio in the pool but did not fully practice on Friday. Tom Thibodeau said he’s ‘hopeful’ Randle will be back but noted that he’s sprained the same ankle twice in 4-week span: pic.twitter.com/693CrgILdK – 5:21 PM
Quentin Grimes expects to play Game 1 on Sunday. Julius Randle took shots, did cardio in the pool but did not fully practice on Friday. Tom Thibodeau said he’s ‘hopeful’ Randle will be back but noted that he’s sprained the same ankle twice in 4-week span: pic.twitter.com/693CrgILdK – 5:21 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Julius Randle injury update: Knicks star progressing but still in doubt for Game 1 vs. Heat with ankle injury
cbssports.com/nba/news/juliu… – 4:21 PM
Julius Randle injury update: Knicks star progressing but still in doubt for Game 1 vs. Heat with ankle injury
cbssports.com/nba/news/juliu… – 4:21 PM
Lev Akabas @LevAkabas
Aaron Rodgers is the highest-paid athlete in NYC history on an annual basis
Interesting list… 4 Nets but 0 Knicks. Julius Randle just missed the cut
🗽🏈💰📊 pic.twitter.com/yEVCJ9TQgz – 2:08 PM
Aaron Rodgers is the highest-paid athlete in NYC history on an annual basis
Interesting list… 4 Nets but 0 Knicks. Julius Randle just missed the cut
🗽🏈💰📊 pic.twitter.com/yEVCJ9TQgz – 2:08 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Thibodeau said Randle went through limited work today at practice – mostly rehab in the pool, weights, and spot shooting late in the practice session. – 2:05 PM
Thibodeau said Randle went through limited work today at practice – mostly rehab in the pool, weights, and spot shooting late in the practice session. – 2:05 PM
Nick Friedell @NickFriedell
Thibs says Randle is feeling better. He didn’t do much at practice today — but Thibs is hopeful he’ll be ready for Game 1. – 1:19 PM
Thibs says Randle is feeling better. He didn’t do much at practice today — but Thibs is hopeful he’ll be ready for Game 1. – 1:19 PM
Brady Hawk @BradyHawk305
Barrett shot 6 of 17 this season when Vincent defended
They always test him
Tiring Butler out defensively on Brunson sounds odd, but they need him
Martin will pick up later
Also would expect heavy switching: for instance, Randle shot 9 of 22 on Butler this season – 12:15 PM
Barrett shot 6 of 17 this season when Vincent defended
They always test him
Tiring Butler out defensively on Brunson sounds odd, but they need him
Martin will pick up later
Also would expect heavy switching: for instance, Randle shot 9 of 22 on Butler this season – 12:15 PM
Brady Hawk @BradyHawk305
Before I get to the offensive film, I do have some takes on how they will treat things defensively
So let’s start with matchups:
Butler on Brunson
Vincent on Barrett
Strus on Hart
Bam on Randle
Love on Robinson
At least to start things off… – 12:15 PM
Before I get to the offensive film, I do have some takes on how they will treat things defensively
So let’s start with matchups:
Butler on Brunson
Vincent on Barrett
Strus on Hart
Bam on Randle
Love on Robinson
At least to start things off… – 12:15 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
We’re talking Knicks-Heat, Knicks-Cavs, Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and more live on The Putback with guests @Fred Katz and @iHateShaun: twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… – 3:40 PM
We’re talking Knicks-Heat, Knicks-Cavs, Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and more live on The Putback with guests @Fred Katz and @iHateShaun: twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… – 3:40 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
We’re talking Knicks-Heat, Knicks-Cavs, Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and more live at 330pm on The Putback with guests @FredKatz and @iHateShaun. Show is on all @SNYtv social media platforms. YouTube link here: youtube.com/live/p6SaeAoDi… – 3:09 PM
We’re talking Knicks-Heat, Knicks-Cavs, Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and more live at 330pm on The Putback with guests @FredKatz and @iHateShaun. Show is on all @SNYtv social media platforms. YouTube link here: youtube.com/live/p6SaeAoDi… – 3:09 PM
Tommy Beer @TommyBeer
Today’s pod is live
@EJ_Stewart and I recap Game 5 against Cleveland, address the Julius Randle injury and look ahead to the Miami Heat…
youtube.com/watch?v=-w0zdY… – 2:19 PM
Today’s pod is live
@EJ_Stewart and I recap Game 5 against Cleveland, address the Julius Randle injury and look ahead to the Miami Heat…
youtube.com/watch?v=-w0zdY… – 2:19 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Goodbye Cleveland, hello Miami. Deeper, tougher Knicks eliminate Cavaliers from NBA playoffs in first series victory since 2013
The Knicks’ Julius Randle re-injured his left ankle and missed the second half. newsday.com/sports/basketb… – 5:57 AM
Goodbye Cleveland, hello Miami. Deeper, tougher Knicks eliminate Cavaliers from NBA playoffs in first series victory since 2013
The Knicks’ Julius Randle re-injured his left ankle and missed the second half. newsday.com/sports/basketb… – 5:57 AM
Kelsey Russo @kelseyyrusso
Knicks finish off Cavs, advance to East semifinals: How New York won without Julius Randle
Some instant analysis from @FredKatz and I following Game 5
theathletic.com/4456467/2023/0… – 11:55 PM
Knicks finish off Cavs, advance to East semifinals: How New York won without Julius Randle
Some instant analysis from @FredKatz and I following Game 5
theathletic.com/4456467/2023/0… – 11:55 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
NYK’s Julius Randle was walking cautiously in the post-game locker room but league sources told SNY that the early impression is the sprain is not as severe as Randle’s prior ankle ailment. He missed two weeks for that previous ankle injury and returned for Game 1 of Cavs series. – 10:50 PM
NYK’s Julius Randle was walking cautiously in the post-game locker room but league sources told SNY that the early impression is the sprain is not as severe as Randle’s prior ankle ailment. He missed two weeks for that previous ankle injury and returned for Game 1 of Cavs series. – 10:50 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Knicks close out Cavaliers to win first playoff series since 2013, but Julius Randle’s health a concern
cbssports.com/nba/news/knick… – 9:47 PM
Knicks close out Cavaliers to win first playoff series since 2013, but Julius Randle’s health a concern
cbssports.com/nba/news/knick… – 9:47 PM
Tim Bontemps @TimBontemps
Very impressive series win for the Knicks. While I thought they could win, didn’t think they’d do it in such convincing fashion, and with Julius Randle essentially being a non-factor. Now they’ll wait to see what happens in this series. – 9:42 PM
Very impressive series win for the Knicks. While I thought they could win, didn’t think they’d do it in such convincing fashion, and with Julius Randle essentially being a non-factor. Now they’ll wait to see what happens in this series. – 9:42 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
Julius Randle is out of the locker room and sitting next to the Knicks bench. He doesn’t have anything protecting his left ankle, which seems like a good sign re: the severity of the ankle sprain. – 9:07 PM
Julius Randle is out of the locker room and sitting next to the Knicks bench. He doesn’t have anything protecting his left ankle, which seems like a good sign re: the severity of the ankle sprain. – 9:07 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Julius Randle is back on the bench for the Knicks wearing street clothes. – 8:57 PM
Julius Randle is back on the bench for the Knicks wearing street clothes. – 8:57 PM
Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
Julius Randle is back in street clothes and limping. Safe to say he’s not returning to this game. – 8:57 PM
Julius Randle is back in street clothes and limping. Safe to say he’s not returning to this game. – 8:57 PM
Rick Noland @RickNoland
Best ball movement of series. Brunson coming back. Don’t let him beat you with no Randle – 8:55 PM
Best ball movement of series. Brunson coming back. Don’t let him beat you with no Randle – 8:55 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Randle’s doubtful status is less than that as he joins the team in street clothes. – 8:53 PM
Randle’s doubtful status is less than that as he joins the team in street clothes. – 8:53 PM
Dave Early @DavidEarly
Julius Randle rejoins bench but in hoodie pic.twitter.com/FZS0xsmRyk – 8:51 PM
Julius Randle rejoins bench but in hoodie pic.twitter.com/FZS0xsmRyk – 8:51 PM
Chris Fedor @ChrisFedor
#Cavs gave up just two offensive rebounds and 0 second-chance points in that third quarter. Julius Randle not playing had a role in that. – 8:49 PM
#Cavs gave up just two offensive rebounds and 0 second-chance points in that third quarter. Julius Randle not playing had a role in that. – 8:49 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Knicks’ Julius Randle leaves Game 5 vs. Cavaliers with sprained left ankle, doubtful to return
cbssports.com/nba/news/knick… – 8:41 PM
Knicks’ Julius Randle leaves Game 5 vs. Cavaliers with sprained left ankle, doubtful to return
cbssports.com/nba/news/knick… – 8:41 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
Obi Toppin has hit five of his seven shots in the third quarter (2-3 from beyond the arc) to give NYK a lift with Julius Randle likely out due to left ankle injury. Toppin has 12 points in 8 minutes & NYK has, so far, kept CLE from making a sustained run. – 8:38 PM
Obi Toppin has hit five of his seven shots in the third quarter (2-3 from beyond the arc) to give NYK a lift with Julius Randle likely out due to left ankle injury. Toppin has 12 points in 8 minutes & NYK has, so far, kept CLE from making a sustained run. – 8:38 PM
Bob Finnan @BobCavsinsider
Julius Randle is doubtful to return for the Knicks with an ankle injury. – 8:32 PM
Julius Randle is doubtful to return for the Knicks with an ankle injury. – 8:32 PM
The Vertical @Balldontlie
The Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return to Game 5.
pic.twitter.com/2zB1sQ1rjP – 8:21 PM
The Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return to Game 5.
pic.twitter.com/2zB1sQ1rjP – 8:21 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
NYK is again outrebounding CLE on the offensive glass. They had 8 in 1st half (5 from Mitchell Robinson). CLE had 3. Jalen Brunson had team-high 17 pts to help NYK build 10-pt lead at half. RJ Barrett & Immanuel Quickley both had 11 & Julius Randle (ankle) had team-high 6 assists – 8:18 PM
NYK is again outrebounding CLE on the offensive glass. They had 8 in 1st half (5 from Mitchell Robinson). CLE had 3. Jalen Brunson had team-high 17 pts to help NYK build 10-pt lead at half. RJ Barrett & Immanuel Quickley both had 11 & Julius Randle (ankle) had team-high 6 assists – 8:18 PM
Chris Fedor @ChrisFedor
No Julius Randle to start the second half. It’s Obi Toppin in his spot. – 8:18 PM
No Julius Randle to start the second half. It’s Obi Toppin in his spot. – 8:18 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Obi Toppin is starting the second half for the Knicks in Julius Randle’s place. – 8:18 PM
Obi Toppin is starting the second half for the Knicks in Julius Randle’s place. – 8:18 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
Julius Randle is doubtful to return due to sprained left ankle, Knicks say. – 8:18 PM
Julius Randle is doubtful to return due to sprained left ankle, Knicks say. – 8:18 PM
Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpears
Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return. – 8:18 PM
Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return. – 8:18 PM
Marc Stein @TheSteinLine
The Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return. – 8:17 PM
The Knicks say Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) is doubtful to return. – 8:17 PM
Dave Early @DavidEarly
Julia Randle tweaked that left ankle that had been bugging him pic.twitter.com/KBNVosBgHs – 8:04 PM
Julia Randle tweaked that left ankle that had been bugging him pic.twitter.com/KBNVosBgHs – 8:04 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Knicks up 10 at halftime. Hard to imagine Randle returns tonight. Hart is already logging huge minute in place of Grimes. No Jericho Sims. Might be 24 minutes of Obi in the 2nd half. – 8:04 PM
Knicks up 10 at halftime. Hard to imagine Randle returns tonight. Hart is already logging huge minute in place of Grimes. No Jericho Sims. Might be 24 minutes of Obi in the 2nd half. – 8:04 PM
NBA on ESPN @ESPNNBA
Julius Randle headed to the locker room after apparently hurting his ankle. pic.twitter.com/qaMh3iSQKH – 8:03 PM
Julius Randle headed to the locker room after apparently hurting his ankle. pic.twitter.com/qaMh3iSQKH – 8:03 PM
Dave Early @DavidEarly
Julius Randle landed on that ankle that was bugging him end of season pic.twitter.com/FwmktVkk1O – 8:02 PM
Julius Randle landed on that ankle that was bugging him end of season pic.twitter.com/FwmktVkk1O – 8:02 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
Julius Randle is down & seems to be grabbing his left ankle. Randle missed 2 weeks at the end of the season due to a left ankle sprain & returned for G1 of NYK-CLE. After a few minutes on the floor, Randle got up, walked off the floor with a slight limp & went to locker room – 8:01 PM
Julius Randle is down & seems to be grabbing his left ankle. Randle missed 2 weeks at the end of the season due to a left ankle sprain & returned for G1 of NYK-CLE. After a few minutes on the floor, Randle got up, walked off the floor with a slight limp & went to locker room – 8:01 PM
Nick Friedell @NickFriedell
Julius Randle stayed on the floor for a few moments after twisting his left ankle again. He hobbled back up under his own power and went back to the locker room to get checked out. – 8:01 PM
Julius Randle stayed on the floor for a few moments after twisting his left ankle again. He hobbled back up under his own power and went back to the locker room to get checked out. – 8:01 PM
Adam Zagoria @AdamZagoria
Julius Randle down with a left ankle and then hobbles to the bench – 8:00 PM
Julius Randle down with a left ankle and then hobbles to the bench – 8:00 PM
Bob Finnan @BobCavsinsider
Julius Randle hit the floor holding his left ankle with 1:17 left in the first half. This could be bad for the Knicks, who lead 59-49. – 7:59 PM
Julius Randle hit the floor holding his left ankle with 1:17 left in the first half. This could be bad for the Knicks, who lead 59-49. – 7:59 PM
Brian Geltzeiler @BGeltzNBA
If I’m a coach who chooses to sit (not bench) one of my best players for a 4th quarter based on matchup like Thibodeau did with Randle, I want my player to respond EXACTLY like Randle has responded tonight. – 7:56 PM
If I’m a coach who chooses to sit (not bench) one of my best players for a 4th quarter based on matchup like Thibodeau did with Randle, I want my player to respond EXACTLY like Randle has responded tonight. – 7:56 PM
Nate Duncan @NateDuncanNBA
Really liking the Knicks’ and Randle’s approach now. Going quickly, using guard screens, making sure to break the paint and kick out rather than try to power up over Mobley. – 7:52 PM
Really liking the Knicks’ and Randle’s approach now. Going quickly, using guard screens, making sure to break the paint and kick out rather than try to power up over Mobley. – 7:52 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Cavs have not played well in the series but the Knicks had another level with Randle and Quickley struggling offensively. Randle hasn’t hit shots yet but Quickley is a constant heat check tonight — 11 points, 4-of-6 from the floor. – 7:46 PM
Cavs have not played well in the series but the Knicks had another level with Randle and Quickley struggling offensively. Randle hasn’t hit shots yet but Quickley is a constant heat check tonight — 11 points, 4-of-6 from the floor. – 7:46 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Knicks up 33-26 after 1 quarter. Randle did play with a different energy — 1-for-6, but 5 assists, 3 rebounds. Defense on Donovan Mitchell again was very good – 3-for-7, 6 points. Cavs kept in game as others connected on open threes. Brunson was very Brunson. – 7:34 PM
Knicks up 33-26 after 1 quarter. Randle did play with a different energy — 1-for-6, but 5 assists, 3 rebounds. Defense on Donovan Mitchell again was very good – 3-for-7, 6 points. Cavs kept in game as others connected on open threes. Brunson was very Brunson. – 7:34 PM
Chris Fedor @ChrisFedor
And … now #Cavs Danny Green is guarding Julius Randle in the post with Cleveland going a bit smaller. … – 7:25 PM
And … now #Cavs Danny Green is guarding Julius Randle in the post with Cleveland going a bit smaller. … – 7:25 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Randle is 0-for-4 but has 3 assists and Knicks are up 21-14 and Cavs fans are getting restless. – 7:18 PM
Randle is 0-for-4 but has 3 assists and Knicks are up 21-14 and Cavs fans are getting restless. – 7:18 PM
Nate Duncan @NateDuncanNBA
Not a huge fan of Knicks having Randle attack Mobley 1 on 1, but certainly a quick drive on the move or getting a screen from a guard is superior to holding the ball for 5 seconds. – 7:17 PM
Not a huge fan of Knicks having Randle attack Mobley 1 on 1, but certainly a quick drive on the move or getting a screen from a guard is superior to holding the ball for 5 seconds. – 7:17 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
Um, Randle first shot a three that bricks off the glass, no rim at all. – 7:04 PM
Um, Randle first shot a three that bricks off the glass, no rim at all. – 7:04 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
There is no faster crossover than the move Tom Thibodeau makes when asked about Julius Randle’s third quarter in Game 4. Keeps his pivot planted and immediately changes direction. – 5:42 PM
There is no faster crossover than the move Tom Thibodeau makes when asked about Julius Randle’s third quarter in Game 4. Keeps his pivot planted and immediately changes direction. – 5:42 PM
Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
Does Thibodeau expect Randle to bounce back strong tonight?
“I do.” – 5:33 PM
Does Thibodeau expect Randle to bounce back strong tonight?
“I do.” – 5:33 PM
Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
Game 5 here in Cleveland in about 2 hours. Important one for Julius Randle to bounce back. pic.twitter.com/v7oMFj8fJR – 4:52 PM
Game 5 here in Cleveland in about 2 hours. Important one for Julius Randle to bounce back. pic.twitter.com/v7oMFj8fJR – 4:52 PM
Michael Gallagher @MikeSGallagher
It could be our last four-game slate of the year, so I went pretty deep in today’s NBA Matchups.
Talking defensive scheme changes, Jimmy’s on-ball domination, Fox’s finger, Bam on Giannis, Randle benching, and much more.
establishtherun.com/nba-matchups-a… – 1:30 PM
It could be our last four-game slate of the year, so I went pretty deep in today’s NBA Matchups.
Talking defensive scheme changes, Jimmy’s on-ball domination, Fox’s finger, Bam on Giannis, Randle benching, and much more.
establishtherun.com/nba-matchups-a… – 1:30 PM
Sirius XM NBA @SiriusXMNBA
“You’re going to need Julius Randle to be a lot better”.
@TermineRadio & @Eddie Johnson discuss New York’s star forward ahead of game 5 tonight in Cleveland. #NewYorkForever pic.twitter.com/csqRC8GlAf – 11:00 AM
“You’re going to need Julius Randle to be a lot better”.
@TermineRadio & @Eddie Johnson discuss New York’s star forward ahead of game 5 tonight in Cleveland. #NewYorkForever pic.twitter.com/csqRC8GlAf – 11:00 AM
More on this storyline
Ian Begley: Julius Randle went through limited practice today, just shooting, lifting and cardio in the pool, Tom Thibodeau says. Thibodeau says they will take it day by day with Randle. As you’d think, there is no definitive timetable for his return at this point. -via Twitter @IanBegley / April 28, 2023
Ira Winderman: Erik Spoelstra on Julius Randle’s ankle issue and availability, “You have to prepare for both.” -via Twitter @IraHeatBeat / April 28, 2023
Julius Randle’s status remains up in the air as the Knicks return to practice Friday in preparation for their second-round playoff series against the Heat. Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said following Wednesday’s series-sealing win in Cleveland that he is “hopeful” that Randle’s re-sprained left ankle is “not that bad,” but the team offered no further update as of Thursday evening on its leading scorer’s availability for Game 1 on Sunday at the Garden. -via New York Post / April 28, 2023