New York Knicks’ power forward Julius Randle, who has been a key player for the team this season, suffered a dislocated shoulder towards the end of January in a game against the Miami Heat. Despite the injury, Randle continued to play through the pain and underwent rehabilitation in the hope of avoiding surgery and returning in time for the playoffs. However, his efforts were in vain, and he is now scheduled for surgery. Following the procedure, Randle is expected to undergo a period of recovery and will be reevaluated after five months.
Randle, who was named an All-Star in 2024, has been having a fantastic season, averaging 24 points, 9.2 rebounds and five assists per game across 46 matches. His injury will undoubtedly be a big loss for the Knicks, but the team has expressed confidence in its depth and ability to adapt to the situation.