After sitting out all season while pushing for a trade from the Clippers, Tucker said he targeted the Knicks for his return in the buyout market. He signed a 10-day contract Monday with an understanding that he’ll stick around for the remainder of the season and playoffs if all goes according to plan.

When the Knicks brought in PJ Tucker on a ten-day contract this weekend, no one felt it was for his play on the floor. However, they hoped the grizzled veteran would add championship experience and the hard-nosed mentality Tom Thibodeau loves.