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For many Chicago Bulls fans, Derrick Rose holds a special place in their hearts. Much of that is rooted in the reimagination of what he could have been if injuries hadn’t eaten him alive. Sometimes, Rose is mentioned alongside Michael Jordan. Recently, Chicago-based rapper G Herbo made the case that Rose was more popular than […]

One of the celebrities in attendance at the Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers was Megan Thee Stallion, who was supporting Klay Thompson, whom she is dating. Her arrival at the game caught the eyes of many, including former NBA star Kendrick Perkins, who quipped about the rapper’s appearance at the game during ESPN’s broadcast. […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo can’t seem to get his name out of the news. He has been the biggest talk of the offseason, and heading into the 2025-26 campaign, his name continues to surface in trade rumors. Antetokounmpo and head coach Doc Rivers recently responded to the last trade rumor, and both players are […]

On Tuesday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that the Milwaukee Bucks had had conversations with the New York Knicks this summer about the possibility of trading franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo. The discussions eventually fizzled out, and now, the two teams are preparing for their respective seasons, which are set to begin in just over […]

Former NBA center and analyst Kendrick Perkins reminded everyone of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant’s All-Star years, when he was projected to be the face of the association. Morant’s persistant injury setbacks throughout his career has already carried into 2025-26, as the two-time All-Star is considered week-to-week with an ankle sprain. Plus, his off-court issues, […]

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins said his relationship with Russell Westbrook fractured after he publicly warned that the veteran guard risked playing himself out of the league. On the latest episode of the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins recalled how comments he made several years ago strained his friendship with Westbrook, who remains unsigned as NBA […]

With the 2025-26 NBA season rapidly approaching, fans of the Los Angeles Lakers have been fiercely debating how good JJ Redick’s current squad is versus the rest of the Western Conference. With the reigning NBA Champions currently calling the conference home, and teams like the Houston Rockets making major moves to get better, the West […]

The Boston Celtics are currently preparing for a 2025-26 season that will see them take the floor with a vastly different roster than what they’ve had two years. Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis are now on different teams thanks to trades orchestrated to duck the second apron, and Jayson Tatum is expected to miss the […]

As the last man standing from the Phoenix Suns’ failed Big 3 era, All-Star Devin Booker has a lot to prove in 2025-26, according to ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins. Booker opened up about the disappointing years alongside Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal at Suns Media Day. However, as he turns the page into a new era […]

With the New York Knicks adding players to the roster to further enhance their chances at a championship next season after losing in the Eastern Conference Finals, one person who has noticed the changes is ESPN’s NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins. As the Knicks prepare for the 2025-26 season, Perkins explains why the team is one […]

In his fourth season, Houston Rockets forward Alperen Sengun ascended into an All-Star, which garnered ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins’ respect and appreciation for the 22-year-old’s impact. Sengun has earned the nickname Baby Jokic, highlighting his dual offensive capabilities as a scorer and playmaker on one end and an elite rebounder and defender on the other. For […]

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. On top of the Suns trading Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, there have been other moves that have been […]

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. Wall is the latest star to hang up his shoes as many anticipate LeBron James’ potential retirement after this season. With Wall receiving his flowers following a decorated […]

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 Irving for at least a large chunk of the year and is still recovering from the Luka Doncic trade aftershocks, but on the other, the Mavericks will trot […]

After ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins received death threats over a take on Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo, he told another story about when a group of teenagers burglarizing his home while it was vacant. Perkins, who was playing for the New Orleans Pelicans, at the time, revealed a story about the time his home in […]

Former NBA big man and current ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins says a 2021 debate over the Milwaukee Bucks turned frightening when he and his family were targeted with death threats over his Bucks take. On the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins recalled the 2021 NBA Finals between the Bucks and Phoenix Suns. At the time, he […]

Kendrick Perkins isn’t shy about speaking his mind, but on the latest Road Trippin’ podcast, the former NBA big man made one thing crystal clear, which is there’s a difference between disagreement and disrespect. With Jalen Hurts’ name at the center of offseason quarterback debates, Cam Newton found himself under fire from multiple directions. Ryan […]

Former NBA players Kendrick Perkins and Richard Jefferson expressed concerns over the league’s continued globalization efforts, warning that the trend may negatively impact the development of American basketball players. The discussion took place on the latest episode of the Road Trippin podcast, where both former players cited the growing international talent pool as a challenge […]

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins revealed his past struggles with gambling addiction while addressing Marcus Morris’ recent fraud charges tied to unpaid casino debts in Las Vegas. Speaking on a recent episode of the Road Trippin podcast, Perkins shared his personal experience with casino gambling and offered insight into how legal trouble can arise from […]

Kendrick Perkins pushed back against skepticism surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans’ draft-night trade for Derik Queen, offering strong praise for the rookie center during a recent appearance on the Road Trippin podcast. Perkins addressed the criticism directly, arguing that the team’s move to trade up for Queen with the Atlanta Hawks was justified based on […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic turned heads this offseason after appearing on the cover of “Men’s Health Magazine” looking like he had lost a bunch of weight. With Doncic seemingly getting in better shape, former NBA player Kendrick Perkins predicts an MVP season from Doncic. In the latest episode of the “Road Trippin’ Podcast,” […]

Widely dubbed the point god, the Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul is regarded by many as one of the greatest point guards in the history of the NBA. The now 40-year-old is in the final stages of his career as he enters his 21st year in the league. However, Kendrick Perkins does not appear to […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has been criticized plenty for his handling of Jonathan Kuminga, but Kendrick Perkins thinks Kerr has a problem with most young players in general. Kerr, the second-longest tenured coach in the NBA, has won four championships with the Warriors. All of the titles came with the same core […]

In a year where restricted free agents have struggled to find paydays, Jonathan Kuminga remains unsigned. He told reporters that he is not in a rush to sign a new deal with the Golden State Warriors. Jimmy Butler’s arrival at the trade deadline changed Warriors head coach Steve Kerr’s rotations, hurting Kuminga in the process. […]

The Los Angeles Clippers’ latest roster move has sparked criticism from former NBA player and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins. Following the news that Chris Paul has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the Clippers for his 21st NBA season, Perkins labeled the team a “nursing home” during an appearance on NBA […]

The NBA’s Eastern Conference has changed dramatically since the beginning of the 2025 playoffs. Injuries, coaching changes, and offseason moves have impacted several teams. While the Milwaukee Bucks certainly fall into this category, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins is not concerned about the Giannis Antetokounmpo-led squad ahead of the new season. “Giannis has been the best player […]

All-Star point guard Damian Lillard shocked the NBA when he decided to return to the Portland Trail Blazers on a three-year, $42 million contract. But, one NBA analyst felt it was a reunion that was two years in the making. ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins recently spoke about Lillard’s choice on First Take, and provided a clear […]

On Thursday’s edition of ESPN’s First Take, former NBA player Kendrick Perkins issued a strong warning to the Philadelphia 76ers regarding the future of All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey. Perkins expressed concern that organizational instability under general manager Daryl Morey could eventually push Maxey to request a trade. Perkins criticized the current state of the franchise, […]

Following Bradley Beal’s buyout from the Phoenix Suns and his decision to sign a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, ESPN analyst and former NBA player Kendrick Perkins offered a sharp critique of the move during Thursday morning’s edition of First Take. When asked what Beal’s addition meant for the Clippers’ title hopes, Perkins […]

After losing in the Western Conference Finals in back-to-back years, could 2026 be the year where Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards reaches his first NBA Finals? Better question, would he request a trade? ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins believes so despite Edwards’ recent appearance at Timberwolves’ Summer League play in Las Vegas. While Edwards appears to be […]

Rich Paul, longtime agent of LeBron James and head of Klutch Sports, was reportedly upset over what he viewed as a shift in influence within the Los Angeles Lakers organization following the arrival of Luka Doncic, according to Kendrick Perkins. On the latest episode of the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins, a former NBA player and […]

Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti is behind one of the worst decisions in NBA history. He did not want to open his wallet to pay James Harden in 2012, breaking up the big three of him, Kevin Durant, and Russell Westbrook. He did not make the same mistake in 2025. The Thunder paid […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ five first-round picks dominated headlines leading up to Summer League, but Drew Timme has been the team’s star through two games in Las Vegas. Timme dominated during Sunday’s Washington Wizards matchup, posting a game-high 30 points on 13-of-24 shooting with five rebounds and three assists. The former Gonzaga star’s performance drew praise […]

Being in limbo is one of the toughest places to be in the NBA, and right now, it seems like that’s exactly where Phoenix Suns star Bradley Beal is. When Beal was traded to the Suns in 2023, many expected that he would finally join a winning team after languishing for years on the Washington […]

After Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton received conflicting predictions on his new tenure with the Lakers, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins warned the veteran center of the expectations that await. This is a tremendous opportunity alongside LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After Ayton delivered a message to Los Angeles fans and its front office, Perkins reminded […]

When the Boston Celtics won the NBA title in the 2023-24 season, the franchise invited Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen to attend. The team’s former big three celebrated with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the rest of the team after Boston won its 18th title, the most in league history. However, the Celtics […]

Amid Detroit Pistons forward Malik Beasley’s gambling investigation that reportedly could have extended back to his time with the Milwaukee Bucks, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins provided an intriguing update via one source. After the Pistons acquired Duncan Robinson in a sign-and-trade with the Miami Heat, many wonder if Detroit is preparing for an upcoming season without […]

After reaching a buyout agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers, DeAndre Ayton becomes a top free-agent center ahead of the busiest time of the year for NBA executives. One of the few teams mentioned as early as a potential suitor is the Los Angeles Lakers, whom ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins agrees could help LeBron James and […]

After a promising high school career and a single season run at Rutgers that featured more good than bad, Ace Bailey saw his stock take a tumble at the worst possible time heading into the 2025 NBA Draft, going from the consensus No. 3 prospect in this year’s class to a player outside of some […]