PJ Tucker’s contract with the Knicks expired, could return at a later date

What do you remember most about your first NBA game? PJ Tucker: I remember that I was going against Vince Carter. That was it. It was my first NBA game. I’m from North Carolina, and I grew up a University of North Carolina fan my whole life. I used to be in the locker room with them. I was around them. It was like, “I’m playing against Vince.” I was matched up with Vince. I was like, “Oh my God, bro.” -via New York Times / March 24, 2025

Your first official NBA points were free throws. Do you remember who fouled you? (Answer: Antoine Wright) PJ Tucker: Ooooo … I think I do. Was it Vince (Carter)? It wasn’t Vince. PJ Tucker: I drove to the… no, it was an offensive rebound. It was against the Nets. It was in Jersey. It’s a random name, but I don’t know if you know him, so I don’t want to be disrespectful. He didn’t have a long career. Was it a center? More like a forward. I’ll give you a hint: his initials are A.W. PJ Tucker: Was it Williams? It was Antoine Wright. PJ Tucker: Yeah!! It was Antoine Wright! That’s my guy! He was a real good college player. He played at Texas A&M.; We were rivals actually. -via New York Times / March 24, 2025

Stefan Bondy: The Knicks are signing PJ Tucker to a second 10-day contract, league sources told The Post. -via x.com / March 20, 2025