Julius Randle just scored 57 points against the Timberwolves but the Knicks still managed to lose the game.
Randle's Stats this game :
Points: 57
Field Goals: 65.5% (19-29)
3-Pointers: 57% (8-14)
Free Throws: 84.6% (11-13)
Rebounds: 4
Assists: 1
Turnover: 4
Facts/Achievements:
All though it will not be considered nearly as great of a night since the Knicks lost, this was still a huge performance from Julius Randle in many ways:
- New Career High Points
- Tied for 3rd most points in a game in Knicks Franchise History
- Most points in a quarter in Knicks Franchise History
- First 50 point game by a Knick since Carmelo Anthony in 2014
Team Stats:
Even with Julius Randle's great scoring performance the Knicks still lost the game, which is what really matters.
The Knicks played very well on offense, making 56.5% of their shots, and 50% of their 3-point attempts.
The Knicks lost the game because of their defense. The Timberwolves shot a very impressive 61.4% from the field and 58.3% from 3-point range.
The Knicks also had a total of only 34 rebounds, which is far below their season average of 46.8 per game.
All 5 of the Knicks starters had fewer rebounds than they average, including Julius Randle who only had 4 rebounds, while averaging 9.4 this season.
The Knicks remain 5th in the Eastern Conference, still on track to make the Playoffs.