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Head coach of the New York Knicks, Tom Thibodeau, is optimistic about Julius Randle’s prospects for the 2024/25 season due to his proven adaptability. Randle has consistently risen to challenges and, despite past limitations, his impressive stats – 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists per game – highlight his impact.

“I think Julius has always adapted to whatever challenge he’s faced each year,” Thibodeau said. “People forget the level that he’s played at. Four years ago, he had a monster season and we didn’t have the shooting we have now, so the floor is going to be more open. We got a glimpse of that in January, which was his last month of basketball.

“People forget the guy was 25 (points), 10 (rebounds), and five (assists per game). He’s had a lot of success and he’s been a big part of winning the last four years in New York. The more good players you have, the more sacrifices you have to make. Not only by Julius, by everybody.”