Shavlik Randolph
Encyclopedia
Ronald Shavlik Randolph (born November 24, 1983 in Raleigh, North Carolina
) is an American
professional basketball
player. Randolph played for Duke University
from 2002 to 2005.
, an All-America
n center
for the North Carolina State Wolfpack
in the 1950s. (Ronnie Shavlik was a first-round draft pick by the New York Knicks
in the 1956 NBA Draft
.) His parents, Ken and Kim Randolph, attended the University of North Carolina
. His godfather, Stuart Frantz, attended UNC as well. As a child, Randolph was an NC State
fan, even serving as a ball boy for the Wolfpack for a time. He has a younger sister named Senna and a younger brother named Dexter.
in Raleigh, North Carolina
. He scored seventy points in a game to break the school's single-game scoring record, previously held by "Pistol" Pete Maravich
. He was also Broughton's all-time leader in points, rebound
s, and blocks
by the end of his career. In his senior season, Randolph averaged 30 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocked shots per game.
Randolph received numerous awards for his high school career. He was a McDonald's All-American, two-time Parade All-American, and a two-time Associated Press
North Carolina Player of the Year.
As a senior, Randolph was rated as the #6 power forward in the nation by Scout.com.
. Two days later, Randolph posted his first double-double against Davidson
. Randolph's performance, however, started to decline after this stellar start, only scoring in double figures in five other games for the rest of the season. Randolph suffered from injuries which limited his playing time. He played in twenty-six games his freshman year (with six starts), but missed Duke's final six games of the year with two sprained ankles. For the season, Randolph averaged 7.4 points per game, 3.9 rebounds per game and 0.9 blocked shots per game.
In his sophomore year, Randolph played in all 37 of Duke's games, averaging 7.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks. Randolph's game excelled during Duke's 2004 run to the Final Four
. In the opening round, Randolph posted 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals against Alabama State
. Randolph also played well in the national semi-final game against UConn
, scoring 13 points on 6-for-6 shooting with six rebounds and one blocked shot.
In the summer between his sophomore and junior seasons, Randolph had surgery on his left hip. His production declined significantly from his first two seasons at Duke: in 29 games, he averaged 4.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks. He was plagued by foul trouble, limiting him to 18.9 minutes a game. He was also afflicted with mononucleosis
, which caused him to miss four games and limited his effectiveness upon his return.
After three seasons at Duke, Randolph averaged 6.3 points per game, 4.3 rebounds per game and 1.4 blocks per game in 92 games (including 36 starts). While at Duke, he was a member of two ACC regular season champions, two ACC tournament champions, and one Final Four squad.
Sports Illustrated college basketball writer Seth Davis named Randolph the biggest college basketball recruiting bust of the decade for the 2000s.
.
Randolph went undrafted in the 2005 NBA Draft, but on August 5, 2005, was signed to a free-agent contract with the Philadelphia 76ers
. This contract did not guarantee him a spot on the 76ers' roster, but after participating in training camp, Randolph earned a roster spot.
Although he scarcely played in the early part of the season, Randolph took an expanded role with the team in late December 2005 after reportedly impressing other players and coaches in practices by being extremely hard working and good natured. Randolph posted season bests of 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Randolph broke his ankle on November 30, 2006, in an accident during practice that teammates described as gruesome, comparing it to former NFL quarterback
Joe Theisman's career-ending injury.
On September 25, 2008, Randolph was signed to a non-guaranteed free-agent contract with the Portland Trail Blazers
. His first game with the Blazers was played 38 games into the season, on January 14, 2009 against his former team, the Philadelphia 76ers
. Randolph had 4 points in as many minutes.
The Blazers did not resign Randolph in the 2009 off-season to make more room on the roster for the drafted players.
Randolph then joined the Miami Heat
, but was waived by the team on December 14, 2009. He was signed by the Portland Trail Blazers
on December 30, briefly waived, and re-signed to a ten-day contract. He was later signed by Miami again in the late part of the 2010 season. He was waived in October 2010.
| align="left" | 2005–06
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 57 || 1 || 8.5 || .454 || .000 || .606 || 2.3 || .3 || .3 || .2 || 2.3
|-
| align="left" | 2006–07
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 13 || 6 || 13.8 || .479 || .000 || .545 || 4.2 || .3 || .5 || .8 || 4.5
|-
| align="left" | 2007–08
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 9 || 0 || 3.0 || .286 || .000 || .000 || 1.2 || .3 || .1 || .3 || .9
|-
| align="left" | 2008–09
| align="left" | Portland
| 10 || 0 || 3.7 || .615 || 1.000 || .250 || 1.8 || .0 || .0 || .1 || 1.8
|-
| align="left" | 2009–10
| align="left" | Miami
| 3 || 0 || 15.7 || .333 || .000 || .000 || 4.3 || .0 || .3 || .3 || 3.3
|-
| align="left" | 2009–10
| align="left" | Portland
| 3 || 0 || 2.0 || .333 || .000 || 1.000 || .3 || .3 || .0 || .0 || 1.3
|-
| align="left" | Career
| align="left" |
| 95 || 7 || 8.2 || .447 || 1.000 || .586 || 2.4 || .3 || .3 || .3 || 2.4
| align="left" | 2007–08
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 2 || 0 || 2.0 || .000 || .000 || .750 || .0 || .0 || .0 || .0 || 1.5
|-
| align="left" | Career
| align="left" |
| 2 || 0 || 2.0 || .000 || .000 || .750 || .0 || .0 || .0 || .0 || 1.5
Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is the capital and the second largest city in the state of North Carolina as well as the seat of Wake County. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city's 2010 population was 403,892, over an area of , making Raleigh...
) is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
professional basketball
Basketball
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players try to score points by throwing or "shooting" a ball through the top of a basketball hoop while following a set of rules...
player. Randolph played for Duke University
Duke Blue Devils men's basketball
The Duke Blue Devils men's basketball team is the college basketball program representing Duke University in the Atlantic Coast Conference of NCAA Division I...
from 2002 to 2005.
Family and childhood
Randolph was named after his grandfather Ronnie ShavlikRonnie Shavlik
Ronald Dean "Ronnie" Shavlik was an All-American center for the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the 1950s. He later played briefly for the National Basketball Association's New York Knicks...
, an All-America
All-America
An All-America team is an honorary sports team composed of outstanding amateur players—those considered the best players of a specific season for each team position—who in turn are given the honorific "All-America" and typically referred to as "All-American athletes", or simply...
n center
Center (basketball)
The center, colloquially known as the five or the post, is one of the standard positions in a regulation basketball game. The center is normally the tallest player on the team, and often has a great deal of strength and body mass as well...
for the North Carolina State Wolfpack
North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is a public, coeducational, extensive research university located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Commonly known as NC State, the university is part of the University of North Carolina system and is a land, sea, and space grant institution...
in the 1950s. (Ronnie Shavlik was a first-round draft pick by the New York Knicks
New York Knicks
The New York Knickerbockers, prominently known as the Knicks, are a professional basketball team based in New York City. They are part of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association...
in the 1956 NBA Draft
1956 NBA Draft
The 1956 NBA Draft was the 10th annual draft of the National Basketball Association . The draft was held on April 30, 1956 before the 1956–57 season. In this draft, eight NBA teams took turns selecting amateur U.S. college basketball players...
.) His parents, Ken and Kim Randolph, attended the University of North Carolina
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public research university located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States...
. His godfather, Stuart Frantz, attended UNC as well. As a child, Randolph was an NC State
North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is a public, coeducational, extensive research university located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Commonly known as NC State, the university is part of the University of North Carolina system and is a land, sea, and space grant institution...
fan, even serving as a ball boy for the Wolfpack for a time. He has a younger sister named Senna and a younger brother named Dexter.
High school career
Randolph was a standout at Broughton High SchoolNeedham B. Broughton High School
Needham Bryant Broughton High School, or simply Broughton High School, is one of the flagship schools of the Wake County Public School System. It is located at 723 St. Mary's Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Broughton was named after the Raleigh aristocrat, Needham B. Broughton, who...
in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is the capital and the second largest city in the state of North Carolina as well as the seat of Wake County. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city's 2010 population was 403,892, over an area of , making Raleigh...
. He scored seventy points in a game to break the school's single-game scoring record, previously held by "Pistol" Pete Maravich
Pete Maravich
Peter "Pistol Pete" Press Maravich was an American professional basketball player. Born and raised in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, Maravich starred in college at Louisiana State University and played for three NBA teams until injuries induced him to retire in 1980...
. He was also Broughton's all-time leader in points, rebound
Rebound
Rebound can refer to:In films:* Rebound , a 1931 movie starring Ina Claire and Robert Ames* Rebound , a 1959 movie starring Lyndon Brook and Jane Hylton...
s, and blocks
Block (basketball)
In basketball, a block , not to be confused with blocking, occurs when a defensive player legally deflects a field goal attempt from an offensive player. The defender must not touch the offensive player's hands or otherwise a foul is called. In order to be legal, the block must occur while the shot...
by the end of his career. In his senior season, Randolph averaged 30 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocked shots per game.
Randolph received numerous awards for his high school career. He was a McDonald's All-American, two-time Parade All-American, and a two-time Associated Press
Associated Press
The Associated Press is an American news agency. The AP is a cooperative owned by its contributing newspapers, radio and television stations in the United States, which both contribute stories to the AP and use material written by its staff journalists...
North Carolina Player of the Year.
As a senior, Randolph was rated as the #6 power forward in the nation by Scout.com.
Career at Duke
Randolph started his career by scoring a team-high 23 points and adding 7 rebounds in his November 23, 2002 debut against ArmyUnited States Military Academy
The United States Military Academy at West Point is a four-year coeducational federal service academy located at West Point, New York. The academy sits on scenic high ground overlooking the Hudson River, north of New York City...
. Two days later, Randolph posted his first double-double against Davidson
Davidson Wildcats men's basketball
The Davidson Wildcats basketball team is the basketball team that represents Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina, in the NCAA Division I. The school's team currently competes in the Southern Conference. The team last played in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament in 2008. The...
. Randolph's performance, however, started to decline after this stellar start, only scoring in double figures in five other games for the rest of the season. Randolph suffered from injuries which limited his playing time. He played in twenty-six games his freshman year (with six starts), but missed Duke's final six games of the year with two sprained ankles. For the season, Randolph averaged 7.4 points per game, 3.9 rebounds per game and 0.9 blocked shots per game.
In his sophomore year, Randolph played in all 37 of Duke's games, averaging 7.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks. Randolph's game excelled during Duke's 2004 run to the Final Four
Final four
Final Four isa sports term that is commonly applied to the last four teams remaining in a playoff tournament, most notably NCAA Division I college basketball tournaments. The term usually refers to the four teams who compete in the two games of a single-elimination tournament's semi-final round...
. In the opening round, Randolph posted 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals against Alabama State
Alabama State University
Alabama State University, founded 1867, is a historically black university located in Montgomery, Alabama. ASU is a member school of the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund.- History :...
. Randolph also played well in the national semi-final game against UConn
Connecticut Huskies
The Connecticut Huskies, also known as the UConn Huskies, are the athletic teams of the University of Connecticut in the United States. The school is a member of National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I and the Big East Conference for all sports except Men's Ice Hockey and Women's Ice...
, scoring 13 points on 6-for-6 shooting with six rebounds and one blocked shot.
In the summer between his sophomore and junior seasons, Randolph had surgery on his left hip. His production declined significantly from his first two seasons at Duke: in 29 games, he averaged 4.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks. He was plagued by foul trouble, limiting him to 18.9 minutes a game. He was also afflicted with mononucleosis
Infectious mononucleosis
Infectious mononucleosis is an infectious, widespread viral...
, which caused him to miss four games and limited his effectiveness upon his return.
After three seasons at Duke, Randolph averaged 6.3 points per game, 4.3 rebounds per game and 1.4 blocks per game in 92 games (including 36 starts). While at Duke, he was a member of two ACC regular season champions, two ACC tournament champions, and one Final Four squad.
Sports Illustrated college basketball writer Seth Davis named Randolph the biggest college basketball recruiting bust of the decade for the 2000s.
NBA career
In the summer of 2005, Randolph declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft2005 NBA Draft
The 2005 NBA Draft took place on June 28, 2005 in the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. In this draft, NBA teams took turns selecting amateur college basketball players and other first-time eligible players, such as players from high schools and non-North American leagues...
.
Randolph went undrafted in the 2005 NBA Draft, but on August 5, 2005, was signed to a free-agent contract with the Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, they are one of the oldest franchises in the NBA...
. This contract did not guarantee him a spot on the 76ers' roster, but after participating in training camp, Randolph earned a roster spot.
Although he scarcely played in the early part of the season, Randolph took an expanded role with the team in late December 2005 after reportedly impressing other players and coaches in practices by being extremely hard working and good natured. Randolph posted season bests of 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Randolph broke his ankle on November 30, 2006, in an accident during practice that teammates described as gruesome, comparing it to former NFL quarterback
Quarterback
Quarterback is a position in American and Canadian football. Quarterbacks are members of the offensive team and line up directly behind the offensive line...
Joe Theisman's career-ending injury.
On September 25, 2008, Randolph was signed to a non-guaranteed free-agent contract with the Portland Trail Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers, commonly known as the Blazers, are an American professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. They play in the Northwest Division of the Western Conference in the National Basketball Association . The Trail Blazers originally played their home games in the...
. His first game with the Blazers was played 38 games into the season, on January 14, 2009 against his former team, the Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, they are one of the oldest franchises in the NBA...
. Randolph had 4 points in as many minutes.
The Blazers did not resign Randolph in the 2009 off-season to make more room on the roster for the drafted players.
Randolph then joined the Miami Heat
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat is a professional basketball team based in Miami, Florida, United States. The team is a member of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . They play their home games at American Airlines Arena in Downtown Miami...
, but was waived by the team on December 14, 2009. He was signed by the Portland Trail Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers, commonly known as the Blazers, are an American professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. They play in the Northwest Division of the Western Conference in the National Basketball Association . The Trail Blazers originally played their home games in the...
on December 30, briefly waived, and re-signed to a ten-day contract. He was later signed by Miami again in the late part of the 2010 season. He was waived in October 2010.
Highlights
- Scored a career-high 12 points at Cleveland on November 25, 2006 and averaged 7.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.40 blocks during a five-game span from November 18–25, 2006.
- Per 48 minutes played in 2006–07, averaged 15.6 points, 14.5 rebounds, 1.88 steals and 2.68 blocks.
- Wears No. 42 because it is half the uniform number worn by his grandfather Ronnie Shavlik (No. 84).
Regular season
|-| align="left" | 2005–06
| align="left" | Philadelphia
Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, they are one of the oldest franchises in the NBA...
| 57 || 1 || 8.5 || .454 || .000 || .606 || 2.3 || .3 || .3 || .2 || 2.3
|-
| align="left" | 2006–07
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 13 || 6 || 13.8 || .479 || .000 || .545 || 4.2 || .3 || .5 || .8 || 4.5
|-
| align="left" | 2007–08
| align="left" | Philadelphia
| 9 || 0 || 3.0 || .286 || .000 || .000 || 1.2 || .3 || .1 || .3 || .9
|-
| align="left" | 2008–09
2008–09 NBA season
The 2008–09 NBA season was the 63rd season of the National Basketball Association . The 1,230-game regular season began on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, and ended on Wednesday, April 15, 2009...
| align="left" | Portland
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers, commonly known as the Blazers, are an American professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. They play in the Northwest Division of the Western Conference in the National Basketball Association . The Trail Blazers originally played their home games in the...
| 10 || 0 || 3.7 || .615 || 1.000 || .250 || 1.8 || .0 || .0 || .1 || 1.8
|-
| align="left" | 2009–10
2009–10 NBA season
The 2009–10 NBA season was the 64th season of the National Basketball Association . The 1,230-game regular season began on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, and ended on Wednesday, April 14, 2010....
| align="left" | Miami
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat is a professional basketball team based in Miami, Florida, United States. The team is a member of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . They play their home games at American Airlines Arena in Downtown Miami...
| 3 || 0 || 15.7 || .333 || .000 || .000 || 4.3 || .0 || .3 || .3 || 3.3
|-
| align="left" | 2009–10
2009–10 NBA season
The 2009–10 NBA season was the 64th season of the National Basketball Association . The 1,230-game regular season began on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, and ended on Wednesday, April 14, 2010....
| align="left" | Portland
| 3 || 0 || 2.0 || .333 || .000 || 1.000 || .3 || .3 || .0 || .0 || 1.3
|-
| align="left" | Career
| align="left" |
| 95 || 7 || 8.2 || .447 || 1.000 || .586 || 2.4 || .3 || .3 || .3 || 2.4
Playoffs
|-| align="left" | 2007–08
2008 NBA Playoffs
The 2008 NBA Playoffs was the postseason for the National Basketball Association's 2007–08 season which ended with the Eastern Conference champion Boston Celtics defeating the Western Conference champion Los Angeles Lakers 4–2....
| align="left" | Philadelphia
Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association . Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, they are one of the oldest franchises in the NBA...
| 2 || 0 || 2.0 || .000 || .000 || .750 || .0 || .0 || .0 || .0 || 1.5
|-
| align="left" | Career
| align="left" |
| 2 || 0 || 2.0 || .000 || .000 || .750 || .0 || .0 || .0 || .0 || 1.5
External links
- NBA.com Profile - Shavlik Randolph
- Scout.com profile (high school career)
- ESPN.com profile (Duke career)
- ESPN: "Shavlik couldn't refuse invitation to join Duke dynasty"
- ESPN: "Plum recruit Shavlik Randolph commits to Duke"
- KUSports: "Randolph may go pro" (details Randolph's contemplation of going to NBA straight from high school)
- ESPN: "Duke committed to No. 1 Class"
- WRAL-TV: "Duke's Randolph out indefinitely with mono"
- CBS Sportsline: "Randolph raises eyebrows by not returning to Duke
- Photos