The New York Knicks took a risk by trading Julius Randle after all he'd contributed. Unfortunately, it's looking like it was the right decision.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots at the basket as Boston Celtics forwards Xavier Tillman (26) and Jayson Tatum (0) defend in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne) AP

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle appears to be frustrated, and this could mark the beginning of the end of his time in Minnesota.

The Minnesota Timberwolves acquire a forward and a point guard in three-team trade with the Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards.

When it comes to inside information about the Minnesota Timberwolves, there's no one more reliable than longtime beat reporter Jon Krawczynski — and he doesn't think a Julius Randle trade is on the minds of Minnesota's decision-makers.