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Julius Randle exited the game vs. Miami Heat due to a left ankle sprain.

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The New York Knicks star Julius Randle was forced to exit the game against the Miami Heat.

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Randle hurt his ankle in the second quarter when he grabbed an offensive rebound, and Heat center Bam Adebayo landed on him after Randle faked a shot.

The All-Star forward was eventually helped up and stayed in the game to shoot his free throws. But he was clearly in pain, and the Knicks quickly committed a foul to substitute him.

The Knicks announced at halftime Randle would not return.

Speaking after the game, coach Tom Thibodeau said Randle will have more tests on the ankle Thursday.

Randle averages 25.1 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game over 77 appearances this season.

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