History of Kendrick Perkins in Timeline

Kendrick Perkins is a former professional basketball player and current ESPN sports analyst. He transitioned to the NBA straight from high school, playing for teams like the Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, Cleveland Cavaliers, and New Orleans Pelicans. Perkins won an NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics in 2008.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 10, 1984: Kendrick Perkins Born

On November 10, 1984, Kendrick Le'Dale Perkins was born. He later became a professional basketball player and sports analyst.

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2003: Graduation from High School

In 2003, Kendrick Perkins graduated from Clifton J. Ozen High School in Beaumont, Texas. He had an impressive high school career, leading Ozen High to four consecutive district championships and one state championship.

2003: Ranked as Top Prospect

In 2003, Kendrick Perkins was considered a five-star recruit by Rivals.com, ranking as the No. 3 center and No. 6 player in the nation. He initially committed to Memphis but chose to enter the NBA directly from high school.

2003: Drafted by Memphis Grizzlies and Traded to Celtics

In 2003, Kendrick Perkins was drafted in the first round as the 27th pick by the Memphis Grizzlies. He was immediately traded to the Boston Celtics along with Marcus Banks in exchange for Troy Bell and Dahntay Jones.

2004: Increased Playing Time

In 2004, Kendrick Perkins received more playing time than his rookie season and became known as a tough player on the Celtics.

2005: Increased Playing Time

In 2005, Kendrick Perkins earned more playing time from coach Doc Rivers after showing improvements during summer training and practice.

2005: Unusual Free Throw Scenario

In 2005, during Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first round against Indiana, Kendrick Perkins was selected to shoot crucial free throws after Paul Pierce's ejection. Perkins missed both shots, contributing to the game going into overtime, which the Celtics eventually won.

2006: Starting Center for the Celtics

In 2006, Kendrick Perkins played some of the best games of his career. Following the trade of Mark Blount, Perkins became the undisputed starting center for the Celtics.

September 10, 2007: Birth of son

On September 10, 2007, Kendrick Perkins' son was born.

2008: NBA Finals with Celtics

In 2008, Kendrick Perkins made his first trip to the NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics.

July 25, 2009: Married Vanity Alpough

On July 25, 2009, Kendrick Perkins married his longtime girlfriend, Vanity Alpough.

2010: NBA Finals with Celtics

In 2010, Kendrick Perkins made his second trip to the NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics.

2010: Knee Injury in NBA Finals

In 2010, during Game 6 of the NBA Finals, Kendrick Perkins injured his knee and was inactive for Game 7, which the Celtics lost to the Los Angeles Lakers. He suffered torn MCL and PCL ligaments in his right knee.

January 25, 2011: Return to the Court After Injury

On January 25, 2011, Kendrick Perkins returned to the court after recovering from a knee injury, playing 17 minutes off the bench and scoring seven points, grabbing six rebounds, and providing three assists in a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He received a standing ovation upon his return.

February 24, 2011: Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder

On February 24, 2011, Kendrick Perkins and Nate Robinson were traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Jeff Green and Nenad Krstić.

March 14, 2011: Debut with the Thunder

On March 14, 2011, Kendrick Perkins debuted with the Oklahoma City Thunder, recording six points, nine rebounds, and two assists in a win against the Washington Wizards.

March 20, 2011: Season-High Assists

On March 20, 2011, Kendrick Perkins recorded a season-high four assists, along with five points and 12 rebounds, in a loss to the Toronto Raptors.

March 25, 2011: 13 Points Against Timberwolves

On March 25, 2011, Kendrick Perkins recorded 13 points, five rebounds, and three steals in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

March 30, 2011: 13 Points Against Suns

On March 30, 2011, Kendrick Perkins scored 13 points again, along with three rebounds, in a win over the Phoenix Suns.

April 6, 2011: Season-High Rebounds

On April 6, 2011, Kendrick Perkins grabbed a season-high 17 rebounds in a win over the Los Angeles Clippers.

April 17, 2011: Game 1 First Round Playoffs

On April 17, 2011, during Game 1 of the First Round of the 2011 NBA playoffs against the Denver Nuggets, Kendrick Perkins scored four points, secured five rebounds, and blocked one shot in a 107-103 victory for the Thunder.

April 27, 2011: Game 5 First Round Playoffs

On April 27, 2011, in Game 5 of the First Round of the 2011 NBA playoffs against the Denver Nuggets, Kendrick Perkins nearly achieved a double-double, scoring 13 points, grabbing nine rebounds, and providing one assist in a 100-97 victory for the Thunder.

May 7, 2011: Game 3 Western Conference Semifinals

On May 7, 2011, during Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Memphis Grizzlies, Kendrick Perkins secured 13 rebounds, scored six points, provided one assist, and had one steal in a 101-93 overtime loss.

October 10, 2011: Birth of second son

On October 10, 2011, Kendrick Perkins' second son was born.

December 25, 2011: Start of Lockout-Shortened Season

On December 25, 2011, Kendrick Perkins started the lockout-shortened season with six points, four rebounds, one assist, and one block in a 97-89 win against the Orlando Magic.

February 10, 2012: First Double-Double of the Season

On February 10, 2012, Kendrick Perkins achieved his first double-double of the season with 10 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and one block in a 101-87 win against the Utah Jazz.

February 14, 2012: Career High Assists Tied

On February 14, 2012, Kendrick Perkins tied his career high with six assists, as well as getting seven rebounds, one steal, one block, and one point in a 111-85 win against the Utah Jazz.

February 20, 2012: Season High Blocks

On February 20, 2012, Kendrick Perkins got five points, 13 rebounds, three assists, and a season-high six blocks in a 101-93 win against the New Orleans Hornets.

March 5, 2012: Season High Rebounds

On March 5, 2012, Kendrick Perkins grabbed a season-high 14 rebounds, while also getting seven points, one assist, one steal, and one block in a 95-91 win against the Dallas Mavericks.

March 18, 2012: Career High Steals Tied

On March 18, 2012, Kendrick Perkins got six points, six rebounds, two assists, two blocks, and a career-high tying three steals in a 111-95 win against the Portland Trail Blazers.

March 25, 2012: Season High Points

On March 25, 2012, Kendrick Perkins scored a season-high 16 points, while also getting six rebounds, two assists, and one steal in a 103-87 win against the Miami Heat.

April 13, 2012: Second Double-Double of the Season

On April 13, 2012, Kendrick Perkins achieved his second double-double of the season, with 11 points and 11 rebounds in a 115-89 win over the Sacramento Kings.

May 18, 2012: Game 3 Conference Semifinals

On May 18, 2012, during Game 3 of the Conference Semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers, Kendrick Perkins contributed six points, two rebounds, one assist, one steal, and four blocks in a 99-96 loss.

June 2, 2012: Game 4 Conference Finals

On June 2, 2012, during Game 4 of the Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Kendrick Perkins scored 15 points, grabbed nine rebounds, provided one assist, and had one block in a 109-103 victory.

June 17, 2012: Double-Double in Game 3 of NBA Finals

On June 17, 2012, during Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat, Kendrick Perkins achieved his first and only double-double of the playoffs, recording 10 points, 12 rebounds, and a block in a 91-85 loss.

November 9, 2012: Career-High Assists Tied

On November 9, 2012, Kendrick Perkins dished a career-high tying six assists, and also had nine points, four rebounds, and a steal in a 105-94 win against the Detroit Pistons.

February 8, 2013: Season High Points

On February 8, 2013, Kendrick Perkins scored a season-high 17 points, along with nine rebounds, three assists, two steals and three blocks in a 127-96 win against the Phoenix Suns.

February 10, 2013: Career High Steals Tied

On February 10, 2013, Kendrick Perkins had a career-high tying three steals, as well as four rebounds, two assists, and three blocks in a 97-69 win against the Suns.

March 20, 2013: Season High Rebounds

On March 20, 2013, Kendrick Perkins grabbed a season-high 15 rebounds, and also had an assist in a 90-89 overtime loss against the Memphis Grizzlies.

October 10, 2013: Posted bond on misdemeanor assault charge

On October 10, 2013, Kendrick Perkins posted a $1,000 bond on a misdemeanor assault charge after allegedly punching a man and a woman following a traffic collision.

December 13, 2013: Season-High Assists

On December 13, 2013, Kendrick Perkins dished a season-high four assists, and also had six points and three rebounds in a 122-97 win against the Lakers.

2013: Playoff Performance

In 2013, the Thunder defeated the Houston Rockets in the First Round of the NBA playoffs, but were defeated by the Grizzlies in the Conference Semifinals. During Game 1 of the Conference Semifinals, Kendrick Perkins had seven rebounds and three assists in a 93-91 win.

January 5, 2014: Season-High Points

On January 5, 2014, Kendrick Perkins scored a season-high 12 points, and also had six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in a 119-96 win against his former team, the Boston Celtics.

January 17, 2014: Season-High Rebounds

On January 17, 2014, Kendrick Perkins grabbed a season-high 12 rebounds, and also had six points, two assists and two steals in a 127-121 win against the Golden State Warriors.

February 5, 2014: Season-High Rebounds Tied

On February 5, 2014, Kendrick Perkins tied his season-high, getting 12 rebounds, six points, two assists, and one steal in a 106-97 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

November 1, 2014: Season-high 17 points against Denver Nuggets

On November 1, 2014, Kendrick Perkins scored a season-high 17 points and had five rebounds in a 102–91 win against the Denver Nuggets.

December 14, 2014: Season-high 10 rebounds against the Phoenix Suns

On December 14, 2014, Kendrick Perkins grabbed a season-high 10 rebounds, along with five points, one assist, one steal, and one block, in a 112–88 win against the Phoenix Suns.

2014: Playoff Performance

In 2014, during the NBA playoffs, the Thunder defeated the Grizzlies in the First Round and the Clippers in the Conference Semifinals but were eliminated by the Spurs in the Conference Finals. During Game 2 of the Conference Semifinals, Perkins had eight points and nine rebounds in a 112–101 win.

February 19, 2015: Traded to the Utah Jazz

On February 19, 2015, Kendrick Perkins was traded to the Utah Jazz in a three-team trade that also involved the Detroit Pistons.

February 24, 2015: Signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers

On February 24, 2015, Kendrick Perkins signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers and made his debut later that day, scoring two points in two minutes off the bench in a 102–93 win over the Detroit Pistons.

July 28, 2015: Signed with the New Orleans Pelicans

On July 28, 2015, Kendrick Perkins signed with the New Orleans Pelicans.

October 20, 2015: Birth of twin son and daughter

On October 20, 2015, Kendrick Perkins' twin son and daughter were born.

September 25, 2017: Signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a second stint

On September 25, 2017, Kendrick Perkins signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers, returning to the franchise for a second stint.

October 14, 2017: Waived by the Cleveland Cavaliers

On October 14, 2017, Kendrick Perkins was waived by the Cavaliers after appearing in three preseason games.

February 9, 2018: Retired from the NBA G League

On February 9, 2018, Kendrick Perkins opted to retire from the NBA G League.

April 11, 2018: Returned to the Cavaliers and Played Final Game

On April 11, 2018, Kendrick Perkins returned to the Cavaliers, signing a contract for the remainder of the season. That same day ended up being Perkins' first and only game that he played for Cleveland during his second stint with the team in a loss to the New York Knicks.