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Kendrick Perkins | Center

Team: Oklahoma City Thunder
Age / DOB:  (28) / 11/10/1984
Ht / Wt:  6'10' / 275
College: None
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Thunder GM Sam Presti said the amnesty exemption is not something Oklahoma City has considered using.
Presti was asked the question in relation to Kendrick Perkins, who is due $18.63 million over the next two seasons. Presti said the Thunder believe Perkins has "a lot of value to our team," which certainly didn't seem to be the case in OKC's second-round loss to Memphis. We'll just have to wait and see if Presti is true to his word. May 18 - 12:30 PM
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter

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Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins said Wednesday he's "pretty sure" he'll still be with the Thunder next season.

It's good Perk is so sure of his return because we're definitely not. Perkins is a candidate for OKC's amnesty clause given the $18.63 million left on his contract over the next two seasons. Perkins also hasn't played like he deserved anywhere close to that sort of payday in quite a while. Given OKC's need for a legit third scorer and a budget already crunched by Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka's big deals, it wouldn't be surprising if Perkins finds himself a free agent.
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter
May 16 - 4:38 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Scott Brooks said he anticipates Kendrick Perkins playing more in Game 4 on Monday.

Well, Perk certainly hasn't earned his possible extra playing time. He's made a pathetic 2-of-14 from the field in the first three games of this series and this could be another head-scratching lineup decision by Scott Brooks. We'd guess "desperate times call for desperate measures" applies here.
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter
May 13 - 8:26 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins shot 0-of-4 from the field in 16 minutes on Saturday, while Thabo Sefolosha also shot 0-of-4 in 18 minutes.

Perk is a combined 2-of-14 from the field vs. Memphis in the second round. Kevin Durant had his usual 25 points tonight, with 11 rebounds, five assists and three steals in 46 minutes, but his teammates shot a combined 33.3 percent from the field. The only other players in double-figures were Serge Ibaka (13 points), Kevin Martin (13) and Reggie Jackson (16). With Russell Westbrook injured OKC's lack of offensive options is quickly catching up with them.
Related: Kevin Martin, Thabo Sefolosha, Serge Ibaka
May 11 - 8:10 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins played through a hamstring injury on Sunday and had four points, four rebounds, three steals and a bock in the easy win over the Rockets.

Perk will provide solid defense, but he's not good enough on the offensive end to be used in most fantasy playoff leagues. He should play a ton of games, but won't do a whole lot in them.
Apr 22 - 12:15 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is fully expected to start in Game 1 vs. Houston on Sunday.

We never really doubted Perkins' availability, but it's worth noting considering he missed time to end the season. Nevertheless, Perkins will be back in action vs. the Rockets and should see the typical 20-25 minutes that he saw all season long.
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter
Apr 21 - 9:40 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Bucks on Wednesday.

Nick Collison is also likely to sit that one out and Hasheem Thabeet may get to prove that he was indeed worth the second pick of the 2009 draft, which was one pick before James Harden. Kidding aside, Thabeet may be worth a look in fantasy leagues as the Thunder rest most of their team on Wednesday.
Related: Nick Collison, Hasheem Thabeet
Source: John Rohde on Twitter
Apr 16 - 7:34 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is not expected to play on Wednesday vs. the Bucks.

OKC has sewn up the top spot out West, so there is little reason for Perkins to rush back. He'll prepare himself for the postseason and Hasheem Thabeet should close out the regular season as the Thunder's starting center.
Related: Hasheem Thabeet
Source: Oklahoman
Apr 16 - 8:15 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Kings on Monday.

Perkins is trying to get to full strength before the playoffs start. Hasheem Thabeet will likely start again with Nick Collison seeing a boost in minutes off the bench.
Related: Nick Collison, Hasheem Thabeet
Source: John Rohde on Twitter
Apr 15 - 12:20 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Blazers on Friday.

The Thunder simply won't be the same without Perkins. Thanks to him, they lead the NBA in offensive efficiency and it has nothing to do with Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant. In case you're illiterate when it comes to reading sarcasm, this shouldn't have any negative impact on OKC's offense. Nick Collison should get more playing time.
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter
Apr 12 - 8:42 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is doubtful to play on Friday against the Blazers.

According to beat writer Darnell Mayberry, it "doesn't sound likely" Perkins will play. His absence should open up some extended minutes for Serge Ibaka, Nick Collison and possibly Hasheem Thabeet.
Related: Nick Collison, Serge Ibaka, Hasheem Thabeet
Source: Oklahoman
Apr 12 - 9:36 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins is dealing with hamstring tightness on Thursday and he will not return.

Perkins ranks 12th on the Thunder in player efficiency rating on the season, but Scott Brooks has been playing him 25.2 minutes per game. The trade for Jeff Green that took place back in 2011 would be pretty silly these days, too.
Related: Jeff Green
Source: Marcus Thompson on Twitter
Apr 12 - 12:38 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (knee) returned to action on Friday against the Wolves, scoring 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting with seven rebounds, one steal and one block in 25 minutes.

This will be one of his better lines of the year, which needless to say means he has no real fantasy value.
Feb 23 - 2:40 AM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (knee) will play against the Timberwolves on Friday night.

He is dealing with a minor strain to his knee and he went through shootaround Friday morning. Perkins has little to no fantasy value and he has become a bit of a liability on both ends of the floor for the Thunder.
Source: John Rohde on Twitter
Feb 22 - 7:24 PM
Kendrick Perkins - C - Thunder

Kendrick Perkins (knee) went through shootaround on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

If Perkins is forced to sit out again, Hasheem Thabeet will likely draw another start in his place. Obviously, Thabeet is not an option in fantasy leagues.
Related: Hasheem Thabeet
Source: Darnell Mayberry on Twitter
Feb 22 - 12:04 PM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Russell Westbrook
2Reggie Jackson
3Derek Fisher
SG1Thabo Sefolosha
2Kevin Martin
3Jeremy Lamb
4DeAndre Liggins
SF1Kevin Durant
2Ronnie Brewer
3Perry Jones III
PF1Serge Ibaka
2Nick Collison
3Giorgos Printezis
C1Kendrick Perkins
2Hasheem Thabeet
3Daniel Orton