Injuries are an athlete’s worst nightmare, and even a 3x NBA All-Star like Julius Randle isn’t immune. Yes, you guessed it—pat yourself on the back! But speaking of shoulders, Randle’s dislocated one is still on the mend. After playing just 46 games last season and facing swirling trade rumors, Julius Randle found himself on shaky ground. Thankfully, head coach Tom Thibodeau has no plans to let go of his 29-year-old powerhouse. So, get ready for more magic from Orange Julius on the court!

Meanwhile, we’ve got a sneak peek into the hooper’s recovery journey. After months of development, Randle’s series is out. The series, Julius Randle: Family, Recovery, and Life Beyond Basketball, debuts with its first episode on YouTube. The first episode tells us that it’s going to be an emotional journey. We’ll get to closely observe the Knicks center’s healing process and go on a roller-coaster ride of sentiments with him. Meanwhile, the debut episode captured the workout routine and the morning diet of Julius Randle.

Through a myriad of exercises and conditioning, the 29-year-old’s trainer tells us what the recovery phase might look like for the ‘Black Panther’. “We’re just going to focus on some tempo bass three times a week. Just trying to get him back into lifting. And then we’re going to do some concentric plyometrics,” shared Julius Randle’s trainer.

He added: “Just really focus more on the power and less on the landing and the eccentrics of it. And then, we’re going to do a little bit of steady state conditioning, usually about 20 minutes of that, and that’s it.” The match against the Miami Heat took a heavy toll on the NBA All-Star. As a result, he was for 2-3 weeks. Since then, Randle has been on a fitness journey, to prepare himself for the 2024-25 season.

Moreover, his healthy morning diet which mainly consists of protein and fiber tells us he’s doing everything in his might to heal ASAP. Julius Randle’s cook also shared the hooper’s morning meal scene. “Cooking some turkey bacon, regular bacon. I got protein-based pancakes with no wheat and no gluten. And I’m doing some potatoes. Got a little bit of everything coming on.” 

With just a few weeks before the NBA stars go into the preseason games, Julius Randle’s return will be of utmost importance. The Knickerbockers will strike off with the Charlotte Hornets on October 6. Although it will be a series of games before the regular season begins, it will play a crucial role in determining where the teams might stand in the 2024-25 NBA season. Surely, Julius wouldn’t want to miss a single game like he did last season!

Julius Randle is ready for the upcoming season with the New York Knicks

The Knicks who were once skeptical about Randle’s injury are showing signs of hope. This is because their #30 is recovering at an incredible pace- thus preparing himself to start the 2024-25 season. Julius Randle is ready to return and strengthen the Jalen Brunson-centric team on the court. What would be the team’s target for this season? To clinch the trophy for the first time in 50 years.

Randle will be a crucial figure in achieving this dream. Before his injury, Julius Randle was having a strong season, averaging 24 points, 9.2 rebounds, and five assists per game. His absence last season was felt, and many believe the Knicks could have reached the Eastern Conference finals had he been healthy.

But while preparing for a career-defining season, the 29YO faces contract uncertainties, having become eligible for a four-year, $181.5 million extension. How he fits into the Knicks’ revamped roster, now featuring Mikal Bridges, will be a focal point. His performance this season will likely influence his long-term future, either with the Knicks or elsewhere. But for now, Julius Randle’s return is eagerly anticipated as New York aims to compete for an NBA title.

Julius Randle’s heartfelt exposure of his recovery journey could be a reminder to his naysayers. He is very much ready to take over the NBA once again and he will keep coming back from the ashes. Randle’s on-court presence is crucial for giving the Knicks a competitive edge. So, with the new season quickly approaching the Black Panther‘s return is important and highly manifested.