While Randle has often found his way to strong counting stats, the efficiency behind them isn't always the cleanest.

When his shots are falling, and his decision-making is on-point, he's an All-Star talent who demands All-NBA consideration. But when he's laying bricks and piling up turnovers, he's...uh, let's just say not involved in the accolades discussion.

When you hear the criticism that the Knicks need a star to contend for the crown, what folks are really saying is they need someone more dependable and efficient than Randle. When he's healthy, he is as important to this club's success as anyone other than Brunson, and for all the depth New York has amassed, it's still built to travel only as far as those two can take it.

Randle has previously booked two playoff trips, and neither was pretty. His career postseason stats feature an unsightly 34.4/28.3/75.6 shooting slash and more turnovers (3.9) than assists (3.7). If the Knicks are going to make any kind of postseason noise, they'll need Randle at his absolute best.