Julius Randle presented the latest evidence of his case for being an All-Star Wednesday night in Chicago, when he shed 27 points, six rebounds and six assists in the Knicks victory over the Bulls.
But playing as an All-Star doesn’t guarantee a spot on the All-Star squad, especially in this year’s crowded Eastern Conference player class, despite what Randle’s teammates may feel about his candidacy.
“Honestly, that’s not even a question,” point guard Elfrid Payton said before the Knicks returned to New York for a day off on Thursday. “I don’t even know what we’re talking about. He definitely played at the All-Star level.
“We won. I don’t think it’s really a debate. I think it would mean a lot to him. He puts a lot of work, a lot of things that people don’t see. We all work here, but he works hard. He if he deserves it. “