P.J. Tucker Expresses Frustration with Clippers Role, Trade Rumors Swirl

Veteran NBA player benched in favor of rookie, sparking interest from other teams and speculation about his future with the Clippers.

P.J. Tucker, who was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers as part of the James Harden deal, has expressed frustration with his role on the team and has not played since November 27.
Tucker has been replaced in the rotation by rookie Kobe Brown, and despite his veteran status and leadership qualities, he has struggled to find a productive role on the team.
Multiple contending teams are reportedly monitoring Tucker's situation in LA, suggesting a potential trade or buyout could be in the future.
Tucker's contract, which includes an $11.5 million player option for 2024-25, may prove challenging for the Clippers to trade.
Suns fans have expressed interest in a potential reunion with Tucker, who played for the Suns from 2012 to 2017.