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.

Though they’re 5-5 in their last 10 games, the New York Knicks aren’t down and out. Far from it, in fact, as they hold the third-best record in the Eastern Conference.