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**Knicks Trade Randle, Focus on Towns and DiVincenzo; Smith Jr. Works Out with Team**
**NEW YORK** – The New York Knicks’ recent trade of Julius Randle to the Minnesota Timberwolves was met with more discussion about the acquisition of Karl-Anthony Towns and Donte DiVincenzo than Randle’s departure, according to Knicks Film School. The focus was on Towns, the highly-sought after center, and DiVincenzo, the “Nova Knick,” while little attention was paid to how the Knicks would replace Randle’s shot creation.
On the Timberwolves’ side, concerns arose regarding Randle’s fit with Rudy Gobert and his potential impact on the team’s salary cap. The general sentiment portrayed Randle as a player past his prime, despite his relatively young age and strong performance before a season-ending shoulder surgery.
Prior to the trade, Randle was playing some of his best basketball as a key member of the Knicks’ successful run after acquiring OG Anunoby.
In related news, Stefan Bondy reported that guard Dennis Smith Jr. is working out with the Knicks this week, though it’s unclear whether he will be competing for a roster spot.
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