P.J. Tucker addressed recent retirement rumors by firmly stating he has no plans to step away from basketball. The 40-year-old Knicks forward posted on his Instagram story that he’s healthy, motivated, and ready to keep playing.
The 40-year-old New York Knicks forward P.J. Tucker took to Instagram to silence recent speculation about his basketball future.
P.J. Tucker
P.J. Tucker
Team: New York Knicks
Position: SF, SG
Age: 40
Height: 198 cm
Weight: 102 kg
Birth place: North Carolina, United States of America
Despite whispers suggesting he might be nearing retirement, Tucker made it clear he has no plans to walk away from the game he’s spent his life playing.
“Never have (I) mentioned retirement or even given any indication that may be a thing,” Tucker posted on Instagram story. “I’m 40 years young 100% healthy, able, and will continue playing the game I’ve dedicated my life to… HOOPIN!!!!!!”
Currently, the Knicks hold a $3.5 million team option on Tucker for the upcoming season. If they pick it up, his deal would remain non-guaranteed until January 10, the league-wide guarantee date.
According to league insiders, New York could exercise the option and potentially guarantee part of the deal as a trade asset, depending on how the rest of their offseason shapes up.
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