Kendrick Perkins Takes the Helm as Jackson State Basketball GM

WHO:

Boston.com - Kendrick Perkins is the new general manager of Jackson State men's basketball.

RealGM Basketball - Kendrick Perkins is an ESPN broadcaster and former NBA player.

WHAT:

RealGM Basketball - Jackson State named Kendrick Perkins as the general manager of the men's basketball team.

RealGM Basketball - Jackson State's men's basketball team had a record of 12-21 last season.

RealGM Basketball - Jackson State has not made the NCAA Tournament since 2007.

RealGM Basketball - Perkins expressed gratitude for the opportunity to impact young lives and contribute to his community.

WHERE:

Boston.com - Jackson State is located in Jackson, Mississippi.

WHY:

RealGM Basketball - Perkins aims to pour back into his community through his role at Jackson State.

HOW:

Boston.com - Perkins intends to continue his current television role with ESPN while taking on the general manager position.

Kendrick Perkins has been named the new general manager of Jackson State's men's basketball team, which is based in Jackson, Mississippi. The team, which struggled last season with a record of twelve wins and twenty-one losses, has not made the NCAA Tournament since 2007, and Perkins is eager to make a positive impact on the young athletes and the community. While taking on this new role, Perkins will also continue his work as an ESPN broadcaster.