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www.nbcsports.comHere are the latest publicly reported updates on P.J. Tucker:
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Knicks option and status in 2025-26: Reports indicated New York declined Tucker’s $3.4 million option for the 2025-26 season, with the possibility of a return on a new deal depending on roster decisions. He subsequently signed a two-year deal with the Knicks, though his role and minutes remained limited during the 2024-25 season. This suggests he transitioned into a veteran-minimum/roster-depth role rather than a primary rotation piece.[1][5]
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Career notes and retirement: As of May 2026, multiple outlets summarized Tucker’s lengthy career as a defensive-minded forward with notable tenure in Milwaukee and a later stretch with the Knicks, and there are mentions in 2025-26 coverage that he had limited playing time and discussions about continued status with teams. Some sources in 2026 note he announced retirement, ending a long NBA tenure after the 2024-25 season.[5][6]
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Historical context and notable moments: Tucker is widely recognized for his defensive versatility and key role with the Bucks during their 2020-21 championship run, contributing as a veteran presence and wing defender across multiple teams in his career.[3][6]
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