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Celtics News: Shaquille O'Neal Called Out for 'Bullying' During His Boston Season

Hall of Fame center Shaquille O'Neal was recently shredded for "bullying" during his lone season with the Boston Celtics, 2010-11. More news: Celtics Insider

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Kendrick Perkins believes his ex-Celtics teammate should be in the Hall of Fame, compares resume to Reggie Miller

The Hall of Fame is the pinnacle of sporting greatness and the NBA has seen some iconic players be inducted into it in recent years. Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Kobe Bryant are some of the greats who were inducted into the Naismith basketball Hall of Fame because of what they did in the NBA.

Kendrick Perkins News / NBA Analysis Network / August 30

Kendrick Perkins calls out Mat Ishiba and the Phoenix Suns, ‘the biggest embarrassment’

The Phoenix Suns were one of the NBA’s most disappointing teams of the 2024-25 season. With Mat Ishbia’s investment, many thought the Suns would do well.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 30

Kendrick Perkins Agrees With Gilbert Arenas, Picks Damian Lillard’s Journey Over Kyrie Irving’s Skill

With no NBA action in the off-season, fans keep themselves busy with other aspects of the league, such as player comparisons. This year, Kyrie Irving has been at the center of debate.

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 30

Kendrick Perkins: 'Kyrie Irving Never Looked At LeBron James As A Big Brother In Cleveland'

Kendrick Perkins got to be teammates with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving on the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2015, and he spoke about their dynamic on the Road Trippin' podcast.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / August 29

NBA Analyst calls Suns the 'biggest embarrassment in the NBA'

GLENDALE – The Phoenix Suns have gone through one of the roughest recent stretches in the past five years. From losing in the NBA Finals to their current situation is jarring.

Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Kendrick Perkins argues Suns hold most embarrassing franchise crown

With fans making their predictions for the Phoenix Suns this upcoming season, there have been a lot of changes over the last handful of years that have some in the basketball world scratching their heads.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Celtics NBA Champion Calls Out Shaquille O'Neal for 'Bullying'

Shaquille O'Neal is one of the best players in NBA history. He's an MVP, a four-time NBA Champion, a three-time NBA Finals MVP, and was named to 15 All-Star teams and 14 All-NBA teams.

John Wall Never Reached His Best Version, Says Former Celtics Champion

Following an 11-year NBA career, John Wall announced on August 19, 2025, that he will be retiring from basketball. The former Washington Wizards star has a great list of accomplishments under his belt.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / August 25

'Budweiser Bottles Getting Busted On People's Heads' - Kendrick Perkins On Fights On His Celtics Teams

The Boston Celtics were one of the very best teams in the NBA from 2007-08 to 2009-10, but there was some tension behind the scenes. We have heard about the likes of Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo not getting along, and Kendrick Perkins revealed on the Road Trippin' podcast that altercations were commonplace for the Celtics.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 24

'Fight on the Plane': Kendrick Perkins Spills the Details on Boston Team’s Countless Brawls

If you put a bunch of 6-foot-something men at the peak of their athletic abilities competing day in and day out for a living in any space, chances are they will start swinging at something, or someone, for that matter.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 22

Kendrick Perkins Struggled With Depression For A Year And A Half After Retirement

John Wall officially announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday, dropping the curtain on an impressive 11-year career. Deciding to retire is always a difficult decision for an athlete, and former NBA player Kendrick Perkins revealed on the Road Trippin' podcast that he struggled with depression for over a year after walking away.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 21

Kendrick Perkins Applauds John Wall for Retiring, Recalls His Own 'Depression' After Stepping Away From Basketball

John Wall has officially called it a career. After a rollercoaster of highs, lows, and injuries, the five-time NBA All-Star has decided to step away from the game, closing the chapter on a career that once had fans buzzing, especially in Washington during his time on the Wizards.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21

Kendrick Perkins gets real on dark side of NBA retirement

John Wall’s decision to officially retire from the NBA made headlines on Wednesday. The five-time All-Star announced his decision during a video on his social media accounts.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 21

'Kill a Chicken in 30 Minutes': Kendrick Perkins Offers Kyrie Irving Generous Help

What does a retired NBA legend do? Well, statistically, the more famous ones seek more of the same thrill, albeit behind a screen and with a microphone taped to their chest.

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NBA News / The SportsRush / August 21

'A Great Deal': Kendrick Perkins Heaps Praise LeBron James $5 Billion League Proposal

The NBA is the biggest basketball league in the world, no doubt about that. But how long can it hold that status with rumors swirling about a new international tournament worth billions, and with LeBron James’ involvement dominating the headlines?

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 20

Kendrick Perkins Argues Public School Is Not for Prospective NBA Players, Brings Up Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama Examples

To become a future NBA star, kids need to start early. More often than not, especially in the United States, that means enrolling in a school with a strong basketball program.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 20

Kendrick Perkins Claims Lakers Champion, Ex-Pelicans Superstar is on 'Mission'

The newest Dallas Mavericks star, Anthony Davis, has heard all of the noise surrounding his trade this year. He heard all of the heartbreak from the Mavs fans, all of the people doubting the team, and he knows that the team's success will come down to how well he plays.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 19

Kendrick Perkins sends Anthony Davis warning to Mavericks’ opponents

The Dallas Mavericks figure to be one of the more interesting teams heading into the 2025-26 NBA season. On the one hand, Dallas will be without Kyrie

New York Knicks News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 15

Kendrick Perkins Claims Knicks Star is Under Most Pressure to Win

There are several star players in the NBA who need to do just a little bit more to move into the top tier of truly elite talents in the game. According to former New Orleans Pelicans center Kendrick Perkins, one player in particular is under more pressure to win than anyone else in the league.