"Growing up, I dreamed about playing in the NBA," said Randle, "I came here (Kentucky) to win a national championship, I came here to mature. We came one game short."
Basics
Collegiate Career
Three-point field goals: 2013-14, 3-for-18 (.167).
Accolades
- Helped Kentucky reach the NCAA national title game in his lone season with the Wildcats.
- Chosen Third Team All-America by the AP, SEC Freshman of the Year and All-SEC First Team.
- Ranked ninth in the nation in rebounding and second in the conference.
- Paced the country in double-doubles (24), the second-most by a freshman in NCAA history.
- Set a UK freshman record with 204 free throws made.
- In FIBA competition, represented the U.S. at the 2012 FIBA Americas U18 Championship, helping his squad to a first-place finish with averages of 14.2 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.0 blocks.
Strengths
Rare blend of size, strength, skill and athleticism at the power forward position. Makes quick and powerful moves in the post. Absorbs contact and finishes. Solid ball-handler with good dexterity. Excellent rebounder at both ends.