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Mason ‘won’t be back’ with Knicks

Free agent guard Roger Mason, a central figure in NBA labor negotiations as union vice president, won’t be returning to the Knicks.

“Unfortunately, I won’t be back with the Knicks,’’ Mason told The Post. “I’ll miss the city, fans and most in the organization.’’

According to a source, Mason likely is to return to the Wizards, where he played two seasons from 2006-08. Mason’s agent also has talked to the Nets, New Orleans, Golden State, the Lakers and Boston.

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Mason, 31, was removed from the rotation early last season and wasn’t put back in until after the Carmelo Anthony trade. He played in 26 regular-season games.

Sources indicate the Knicks have interest in former Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley.