Kendrick Perkins is making moves beyond the broadcast desk. The former NBA champion and ESPN analyst has agreed to become the General Manager of Jackson State University’s men’s basketball program, adding another high-profile name to the growing movement supporting HBCU athletics. Perkins says he’s looking forward to impacting young lives and giving back to the community, while helping elevate the Tigers’ basketball program to new heights. From winning an NBA championship to helping shape the next generation of athletes, Perkins is proving that legacy is about more than what you accomplish; it’s about what you pour into others. Kendrick Perkins will reportedly continue his role with ESPN while serving as general manager for Jackson State men’s basketball and supporting the university’s broadcast and journalism programs. #KendrickPerkins #JacksonState #HBCU #BlackExcellence CollegeBasketball