Julius Randle misses Game 1 of Knicks vs. Heat playoff series
Updated: 2023-04-30 17:17:46
The New York Knicks versus Miami Heat second round playoff series began today in NYC, with the home squad starting the series short-handed. Via ESPN.com: Knicks forward Julius Randle will not play Sunday in Game 1 of New York’s Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Heat because of a sprained left ankle, the team announced. … Continue reading "Julius Randle misses Game 1 of Knicks vs. Heat playoff series"
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