Randle has been indisputably and indisputably the most important player on the team this season.
The 26-year-old’s turnaround was notable.
Randle averages 23.4 points, 10.9 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. He is shooting 48.3 percent from the field and 41.9 percent from the perimeter. He has played three games with at least 30 points.
All this from a player who struggled last season to fit into being the Knicks’ number 1 option and was turnover-prone and inefficient offensive.
Now, Randle is a champion and often puts the Knicks on his back.
The Knicks wouldn’t be where they are in the standings without Randle. Not even close.