Jackson State named ESPN analyst and 2008 NBA champion Kendrick Perkins men's basketball general manager, AD Ashley Robinson confirmed to HBCU Legends On SI.

Kendrick Perkins, former NBA champion and ESPN analyst, becomes the general manager of Jackson State University's men's basketball program.

Former NBA player and 2007-08 league champion Kendrick Perkins has agreed to become the general manager for Jackson State’s men’s basketball team.

Jackson State named ESPN analyst and 2008 NBA champion Kendrick Perkins men's basketball general manager, AD Ashley Robinson confirmed to HBCU Legends On SI.

Kendrick Perkins worked with coach Trey Johnson and AD Ashley Robinson to help shape and finalize his new role at Jackson State.