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ESPN Makes Final Decision on Former NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins

Even after his time playing in the league, Kendrick Perkins has continued to entertain fans as one of ESPN’s key NBA analysts. Just recently, though, the network resigned him to a contract extension that will see the former champion do his thing for years.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / October 17

NBA Analyst Calls for 'Excuseless' Season from Milwaukee Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks are about to begin their second season with the Giannis Antetokounmpo–Damian Lillard pairing. Former NBA player-turned-analyst and pundit Kendrick Perkins is calling on the All-Star duo to bury all excuses and win.

NBA News / NIL on SI / October 10

NILLY: Kendrick Perkins’ NIL Platform Faces Ethical Scrutiny

Former NBA champion and TV commentator Kendrick Perkins has attracted attention with the launch of NILLY, a platform designed to help college athletes navigate the intricacies of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals.

Phoenix Suns News / Hardwood Heroics / October 10

Why the Phoenix Suns are the Dark Horse Contenders in 2024-25, Per Kendrick Perkins’ Bold Take

The Phoenix Suns are coming off a disappointing 2023-24 campaign after suffering an early exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite this, the team isn’t lacking in confidence ahead of the new season.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Kendrick Perkins selects Suns as championship ‘dark horse’

The Phoenix Suns are not lacking for confidence heading into the 2024-25 NBA season despite last season’s sweep at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Kendrick Perkins gets shredded for bizarre Mason Plumlee-Suns take

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins is catching flak for his take on Mason Plumlee and the 2024-25 Phoenix Suns. Despite veteran guard Bradley Beal overhyping

Golden State Warriors News / Last Word On Sports / October 3

NBA Analyst Insists Warriors Young Gun Needs Statement Season

ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins issued a strong position on Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga today. Kuminga showcased a highly improved season last year.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 2

Kendrick Perkins Believes Karl-Anthony Towns Is The Missing Piece To Get The Knicks To The Finals

The New York Knicks haven't made the NBA Finals in this millennium but Kendrick Perkins thinks that is about to change after trading for Karl-Anthony Towns.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 29

Kendrick Perkins Takes Shot at LA's Latest Move

The NBA world was abuzz late Friday night, when word broke that the New York Knicks were swapping out three-time All-Star power forward Julius Randle,

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 28

Joel Embiid hit with hard reality check by Kendrick Perkins’ something to prove list

As superstar Joel Embiid and the Philadephia 76ers prepare for training camp next week, 2024-25 could be the most talented team the 2023 MVP center has had throughout his eight-year career.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 28

NBA Champion Calls Out Lakers Following Timberwolves-Knicks Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers have had a quiet offseason in terms of upgrading the roster. They are coming off a season where they lost in the first round of the NBA playoffs, so there is a lot of pressure on the team to outperform last season's struggles.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 27

Kendrick Perkins leaves no doubt on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard duo

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins isn’t sleeping on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of the 2024-25 campaign, but they have a lot of work to do.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / September 24

Boston Celtics Fans Will Not Like What NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins Said

The Boston Celtics are coming off an incredible season. They were the first seed in the Eastern Conference with the best record in the NBA (64-18). After their dominant regular season, the Celtics went on to win the 2024 NBA Championship over the Dallas Mavericks.

Memphis Grizzlies News / FirstSportz / September 24

Ex-NBA champion makes bold prediction on Ja Morant’s return next season

Since the Memphis Grizzlies drafted him, star Ja Morant has proven to be one of the most electrifying players in the league. Morant has played a crucial role in the team’s success in recent years, leading them to the playoffs.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Cavaliers Nation / September 20

Kendrick Perkins doesn’t hold back in praise of Daryl Morey after Joel Embiid extension

Kendrick Perkins — who formerly played with the likes of LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love on the Cleveland Cavaliers — gave Philadelphia 76ers general manager Daryl Morey his flowers after he inked star Joel Embiid to a three-year extension.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 12

Thunder Over Mavericks: ESPN Analyst Appoints Western Conference Favorite

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins is confident in a Thunder over Mavericks picture regarding the Western Conference standings next season. Does Perkins have a point?

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / September 19

Kendrick Perkins Calls This Active Player Best To Never Win MVP

While Kawhi Leonard has recently become the face of load management, he’s also had a surefire first-ballot Hall of Famer. The 33-year-old has nearly done it all.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Kendrick Perkins Believes Anthony Edwards Could Win His First MVP This Season

In a recent episode of NBA Today, former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins revealed his early pick for the NBA's next MVP. Out of a field of potential candidates, Perkins named young star Anthony Edwards as his MVP pick for the 2024-25 season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / September 17

Kendrick Perkins Believes Mavericks Could 'Collapse'

Expectations are higher than ever for the Dallas Mavericks after their run to the NBA Finals last season. With an MVP-caliber superstar in Luka Doncic, a quality co-star in Kyrie Irving, and the addition of Klay Thompson, it's no surprise most people are high on the Mavs.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / September 17

Analyst makes surprising pick for 2024-25 NBA MVP

There are plenty of elite, established stars who will be vying for the MVP award this season. But one NBA analyst believes they will all be outdone.

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Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / September 16

Kendrick Perkins thinks Anthony Edwards will win his first MVP this season

ESPN's Kendrick Perkins, who has been on the Timberwolves bandwagon for a while, thinks Anthony Edwards will win his first MVP award this season. "The young man that we've been comparing to Michael Jordan," Perkins said on NBA Today when asked who'd he pick to be a first-time MVP this year.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 13

Perkins' criticism of Tatum drastically misses the mark

Kendrick Perkins' criticism of Jayson Tatum drastically misses the mark

Tatum has enjoyed an exceptional 12 months, winning an NBA championship, his second Olympic gold medal and being named to his third consecutive All-NBA First Team.

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Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / August 7

Kendrick Perkins: Nikola Jokic 'scares' Team USA ahead of Olympic semifinal

Nobody is picking Serbia to upset mighty Team USA in Thursday's Olympic semifinal, but Kendrick Perkins feels the Steve Kerr-led team has reason to be wary of Nikola Jokic.

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