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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 11

Kendrick Perkins makes Hall of Fame declaration about Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made his way up as one of the best players in the NBA. Former player Kendrick Perkins had high remarks about the young MVP’s skillset.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 10

Kendrick Perkins’ take about Darius Garland aged like milk as Cavaliers star’s serious injury revealed

Kendrick Perkins called out Darius Garland after the Cavaliers’ playoff exit, but it appears the young All-Star was secretly playing through injury. Darius Garland was hoping to make a big impact in the playoffs for the Cleveland Cavaliers this year.

Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 9

Richard Jefferson casually roasts Kendrick Perkins with Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton quip

The Indiana Pacers just didn’t bring enough to the table in Game 2 after suffering a 123-107 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Point guard Tyrese Haliburton struggled a bit as well, as he only scored five points going into the fourth quarter of the contest.

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An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?

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Phoenix Suns News / Ball Exclusives / June 7

Kendrick Perkins feels Devin Booker should not remain in Phoenix

Kobe Bryant mentored him before his tragic death in January of 2020, but is Devin Booker in a position to win a championship? Kendrick Perkins believes the talented star is being held back with Phoenix.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / June 7

New York Knicks have an issue to answer for Kevin Durant, it doesn’t matter for Giannis, claims Kendrick Perkins

The New York Knicks’ next head coach could play a major role in which NBA superstar they target in the offseason. Even after the firing of Tom Thibodeau, the job is not finished for the front office of the Knicks following an Eastern Conference Finals exit in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / June 7

Kendrick Perkins speaks out on whether Jason Kidd could be the right fit for Jalen Brunson as the Knicks’ head coach

After Tom Thibodeau’s exit, the New York Knicks are looking for a new head coach. Reports stated Jason Kidd is an option, and Kendrick Perkins felt Kidd is the right choice.

Indiana Pacers News / The SportsRush / June 6

Despite Tyrese Haliburton’s Clutch Play, Kendrick Perkins Names Pascal Siakam Pacers’ 'Best Player' After Game 1 Finals Win

The Indiana Pacers did it again. They stole Game 1 of the Finals, erasing a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter—capped off by Tyrese Haliburton’s 21-foot mid-range jumper, his fifth game-winner of the postseason.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / June 6

ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins doesn’t want Suns Devin Booker to become a 'loser'

PHOENIX: The Phoenix Suns superstar shooting guard Devin Booker is at a crossroad in his career. After making his first Finals appearance less than four years ago, Booker is on the most expensive roster in the NBA that missed the playoffs and has endless internal turmoil.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Suns' Insider Calls Out Kendrick Perkins For Laughable Devin Booker Take

The Phoenix Suns just had to endure quite a disappointing season. Considering their roster and payroll, many thought the Suns would be contending for a seed in the top half of the Western Conference.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Kendrick Perkins has ‘loser’ concern about Suns’ Devin Booker

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker is set to begin his 11th NBA season in 2025-26, but team success has largely eluded him. During his first five years, the Suns struggled to find the right pieces around the 28-year-old, and Booker didn’t make his playoff debut until his sixth season.

Indiana Pacers News / The SportsRush / June 4

Kendrick Perkins Hopes Pacers Use NBA Finals Predictions as Fuel While Supporting Thunder Win in 6 Games

We’re just a day away from Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals, and predictions are flying in from every analyst imaginable. Naturally, the always-controversial Kendrick Perkins has weighed in as well.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

Kendrick Perkins blames LeBron James, Dwyane Wade for breaking up Thunder Big 3

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins pointed to LeBron James and Dwyane Wade as key influences behind the breakup of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s young core, citing conversations from the 2012 Olympics that he believes swayed James Harden’s decision to seek a larger role elsewhere.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Kendrick Perkins Calls Out Knicks' Star For Tom Thibodeau's Firing

The New York Knicks saw their hopes of winning an NBA Championship this year dashed at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. The two teams have plenty of history with one another, and this was just the latest chapter of said rivalry.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / June 4

Kendrick Perkins Names His Top Tom Thibodeau Replacement as Knicks Chase ‘Championship Aspirations’

Earlier today, the New York Knicks parted ways with Tom Thibodeau, a man who brought hope back to the city. Naturally, the decision has already sparked widespread debate.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Kendrick Perkins Reveals Thunder's 'Advantage' Entering NBA Finals vs. Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder will continue their quest for a championship on Thursday night as they tipoff Game 1 of the NBA Finals at home against the Indiana Pacers.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2

Kendrick Perkins reveals Thunder’s biggest NBA Finals advantage

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the NBA Finals, and with the season that they had this year, it should be no surprise that they made it this far. They’ll be going up against the Indiana Pacers, and early predictions show that the Thunder have a huge advantage.

Indiana Pacers News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 1

Kendrick Perkins Was Wrong About Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers

When it comes down to it, on-screen analysts don't get paid for how correct their predictions are. In the world of sports, nobody is ever going to be correct all the time, especially when they make hot takes.

Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1

Kendrick Perkins’ embarrassing old prediction about Pacers resurfaces

Kendrick Perkins is getting an old take (very badly) exposed this week. The Indiana Pacers officially advanced to the NBA Finals with a victory on Saturday over the New York Knicks in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference Finals series at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.

Indiana Pacers News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Kendrick Perkins' Awful Pacers Prediction Resurfaces After They Make the Finals

The Indiana Pacers beat the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday to advance to the NBA Finals. After a back-and-forth first half, the Pacers seized control in the third quarter and ended up cruising to victory.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 30

Kendrick Perkins dishes on why 2025 Thunder is best in franchise history

Before the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 4-1 to reach the NBA Finals, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins crowned Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the franchise’s best player ever.

NBA News / The Spun / May 28

ESPN NBA Analyst Kendrick Perkins Issues Apology

Kendrick Perkins' comments about Anthony Edwards' personal life led to him apologizing to the T'Wolves star on social media Wednesday. Yesterday the former NBA center and current ESPN analyst claimed the 23-year-old All-Star couldn't be the "face of the league" because he wasn't a married man that fit the mold of a role model.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28

Kendrick Perkins issues apology to Anthony Edwards

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins issued a public apology to Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards over comments he made about Edwards on Tuesday’s “First Take.” Perkins received some criticism for comments he made during a segment about whether Edwards had been discussed as the face of the NBA too soon.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / May 23

Kendrick Perkins takes apparent shot at Kevin Durant on ESPN

Kendrick Perkins still apparently has some smoke for his former teammate Kevin Durant. The retired former NBA big man Perkins, who is now an analyst for

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 13