48. "He's in a similar situation like Brandon Ingram" In response to In response to 45
in that he won't get a maximum max contract because the Knicks aren't Randle's original team just like the Pelican's aren't Ingram's original team, correct?
If that is the case, Randle getting a max contract won't hurt too badly since even if he fizzles out, he should be tradable.
Ultimately, it'll be up to what long term vision Leon Rose has for the team overall.
If I'm not mistaken, Leon Rose tried to cater this current Knicks team to what Randle thought were problems he initially had two seasons ago, so I suppose that could point to Leon Rose being a believe in Randle long term. Randle making improvements this season certainly will help in the Knicks giving him a long term contract.
I would hope getting an above average point guard would be a more pressing matter than Randle getting a long term contract because as much as he's improved as a ball handler, it was frustrating watching Randle have to orchestrate the offense in the half court. Having a capable starting point guard than can penetrate and find open players will make Randle's game flourish that much more.
"Sean sparks like John Starks, nah, Sean ball like John Wall" - Rest In Power Forever Sean Price.