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Kendrick Dennard Perry (born December 23, 1992) is an American-born naturalized Montenegrin professional basketball player for Unicaja of the Spanish Liga ACB. He played college basketball at Youngstown State University.

Key Information

High school career

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Perry attended Edgewater High School in Orlando, Florida where he was a three-year letter winner and a two-time captain. As a senior, he averaged 16 points and eight assists per game, helping Edgewater to the FHSAA District 6A-4 championship. He was a second-team Class 6A selection by the Florida Sports Writers and a third-team choice by FloridaHoops.com. He was also first-team all-area and all-metro area selection.[1]

College career

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In his freshman season at Youngstown State, Perry scored in double figures in 15 games with a then career-high 21-point performance against Loyola on January 27, 2011. In 30 games (23 starts), he averaged 9.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.3 steals in 29.2 minutes per game.[1][2]

In his sophomore season, he was named to the All-Horizon League first team and the NABC All-District second team. In 31 games (all starts), he averaged 16.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.4 steals in 34.8 minutes per game.[1][2]

In his junior season, he was named to the All-Horizon League first team and the NABC All-District first team. In 30 games (29 starts), he averaged 17.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.9 steals in 35.4 minutes per game.[1][2]

In his senior season, he was named to the All-Horizon League first team for the third year in a row.[3] He was also named to the NABC All-District first team and the Capital One Academic All-America second team. On March 4, 2014, he tied a career-high 35 points in the first round of the Horizon League Tournament against Oakland. In 32 games (all starts), he averaged 21.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 2.4 steals in 36.5 minutes per game.[1][2]

Professional career

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2014–15 season

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After going undrafted in the 2014 NBA draft, Perry joined the Orlando Magic for the 2014 NBA Summer League.[4] On July 23, 2014, he signed with the Sydney Kings for the 2014–15 NBL season.[5] In 28 games for the Kings, Perry averaged 10.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 steals per game.[6]

On March 19, 2015, Perry was acquired by the Iowa Energy of the NBA Development League.[7] He made his debut for the Energy the following day, scoring two points in 15 minutes of action in a win over the Fort Wayne Mad Ants.[8]

Europe

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On August 12, 2015, Perry signed with BC Körmend of the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnokság I/A.[9]

On September 6, 2016, Perry signed with Macedonian club Karpoš Sokoli for the 2016–17 season.[10] On July 3, 2018, he signed with Nizhny Novgorod.[11] On July 20, 2019, he has signed with Levallois Metropolitans of the LNB Pro A.[12]

On December 18, 2019, Perry signed with Mega Bemax of the ABA League.[13] On May 22, 2020, he signed with Cedevita Olimpija.[14]

On June 30, 2021, he signed with Panathinaikos of the Greek Basket League and the EuroLeague.[15] In 19 EuroLeague games, Perry played 16.4 minutes per contest and averaged a paltry 4.8 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.6 assists, shooting with 32.1% from the field and 32.6% from beyond the 3-point arc.

On January 23, 2022, Perry transferred from Panathinaikos to the Montenegrin club Budućnost VOLI for the rest of the season.

On June 13, 2022, Perry signed with Unicaja of the Spanish Liga ACB.[16] In December 2024, Perry and the team reached an agreement for a contract extension until 2027.[17]

National team career

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While playing in Montenegro in 2022, Perry obtained Montenegrin citizenship[18], enabling him to play for Montenegro's national team. Perry represented Montenegro in EuroBasket 2022 and in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, where in 4 games he averaged 13.5 points and 5.5 assists in 26 minutes.[19]

Personal

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Perry is the son of Deborah and Aubrey Perry Jr., and has a brother also named Aubrey.[1]

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Kendrick Dennard Perry (born December 23, 1992) is an American-born naturalized Montenegrin professional basketball player who plays as a point guard for Unicaja Málaga of the Spanish Liga ACB and the FIBA Basketball Champions League. Perry had a distinguished college career at Youngstown State University, where he became the program's all-time Division I leading scorer with 1,991 points over 123 games, averaging 16.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. He earned three All-Horizon League selections and two Horizon League All-Defensive honors during his tenure from 2010 to 2014. After going undrafted in the , Perry began his professional career with the of the Australian NBL. He later played briefly for the Iowa Energy of the NBA D-League in 2015 before transitioning to . His pro journey has included stints in Australia with the , Germany with , Israel with Hapoel Eilat, Turkey with , and Greece with Panathinaikos in the . Since joining Unicaja Málaga in 2022, Perry has emerged as a key leader, contributing to multiple titles including two Copa del Rey championships (2023, 2025, with MVP honors in the latter), two FIBA Basketball Champions League titles (2024, 2025), and two FIBA Intercontinental Cups (2024, 2025). He was named the 2024 FIBA Basketball Champions League Final Four MVP after scoring 17 points in the championship game. Perry also represents the Montenegro national team, having acquired citizenship in 2023 to bolster their backcourt.

Early career

High school career

Kendrick Perry attended Edgewater High School in Orlando, Florida, where he developed as a point guard during his high school years from 2006 to 2010. A three-year letterwinner, Perry emerged as a leader on the team, serving as captain during his junior and senior seasons in 2008–09 and 2009–10. In his senior year, he averaged 16 points and 8 assists per game, showcasing his scoring ability and playmaking skills while directing the offense. His contributions were instrumental in guiding Edgewater to the FHSAA Class 6A District 4 championship, highlighting his role in the team's postseason success. Perry's standout performance earned him second-team All-State honors from the Florida Sports Writers Association, recognizing his impact despite competing alongside more heralded teammates. This recognition, along with his leadership, drew recruitment interest from mid-major programs, leading to his commitment to for .

College career

Kendrick Perry enrolled at in 2010, where he played for men's team in the through 2014 while majoring in . Over his four-year career, Perry appeared in 123 games, scoring 1,991 points at an average of 16.2 points per game, which established him as Youngstown State's all-time Division I leading scorer. He also recorded 505 assists and 246 steals, the latter ranking him second in Horizon League history for career steals. As a in the 2011–12 season, Perry averaged 16.8 points, 3.9 assists, and 2.4 steals per game across 31 appearances, earning All-Horizon League First Team honors and NABC All-District 12 Second Team recognition. His performance helped lead to a 16–15 overall record, their first winning season since joining the . In his junior year during the 2012–13 campaign, Perry improved to 17.3 points, 4.1 assists, and 1.9 steals per game in 30 games, securing All- First Team, All-Defensive Team, and NABC All-District 12 First Team selections. He contributed to another winning season for Youngstown State, finishing 18–16 overall and advancing to the second round of the . Perry's senior season in 2013–14 was his most productive, as he averaged 21.3 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.4 steals per game over 32 contests, tallying 76 steals to set a Youngstown State single-season record. For these efforts, he repeated as an member, earned All-Defensive Team honors, and was named to the NABC All-District 12 First Team, in addition to Academic Second Team status. Although the team ended 15–17 overall, Perry's leadership underscored his impact on the program's resurgence during his tenure. In recognition of his contributions, Perry was inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2024.

Club career

Early professional years (2014–2017)

Following his college career at , where he established himself as the program's all-time leading scorer, Kendrick Perry entered the professional ranks undrafted in the . He earned an invitation to the Orlando Magic's roster, appearing in one game and scoring 8 points with 3 rebounds in 14 minutes of play. Perry signed with the of Australia's National Basketball League (NBL) for the 2014–15 season, marking his first professional contract overseas. In 28 games, he averaged 10.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game while shooting 41.0% from the field. He shared the backcourt with veteran forward , a former NBA lottery pick, and showed flashes of potential in transition play despite the Kings finishing with a 15–13 record. In March 2015, midway through the NBL season, Perry was acquired by the Iowa Energy of the NBA Development League (now G League), providing a brief return to North American competition. Over 5 games as a , he averaged 12.4 points and focused on refining his playmaking and decision-making in a higher-intensity environment. Perry then moved to , signing with Egis Körmend of the Hungarian National Championship for the 2015–16 season. There, he averaged 15.2 points and 4.8 assists per game, contributing to the team's run to the league semifinals. The following year, he joined of the Slovenian League and for 2016–17, where he posted averages of 14.5 points and 5.2 assists across both competitions. Perry helped Krka reach the ABA League playoffs and supported their Slovenian Cup campaign, adapting to the physical demands and travel rigors of European professional basketball.

Mid-career in Europe (2017–2021)

In the 2017–18 season, Perry joined Szolnoki Olaj in the Hungarian National Basketball League, where he quickly established himself as a key . Averaging 14.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game over 58 appearances across all competitions, he contributed significantly to the team's success, helping secure the Hungarian National Championship. Perry's development continued in 2018–19 with in the and . There, he posted averages of 15.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and a team-high 6.2 assists in 30.6 minutes per game across 39 outings, showcasing his growing role as a starting . A standout performance came on March 3, 2019, when he erupted for a career-high 34 points in a Champions League victory, highlighting his scoring efficiency (44.0% FG). He also earned a spot in the 2019 , recognizing his impact in Russian professional . The 2019–20 campaign saw Perry split time between Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans in the French LNB Pro A and Mega Bemax in the . After a brief stint in , he moved to , where he averaged 17.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 6.4 assists in 32.6 minutes over 12 games, adapting swiftly to the competitive Adriatic circuit despite the season's disruptions. By 2020–21, Perry had elevated his profile with Cedevita Olimpija in the and EuroCup, serving as the team's primary ball-handler. In the , he averaged 15.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in 26.1 minutes across 25 games, while in the EuroCup, his output rose to 16.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 6.1 assists over 16 contests. His leadership helped claim the 2020 Slovenian Supercup, marking his second title in four years and solidifying his transition to higher-profile European competitions. Throughout this period, Perry's consistent double-digit scoring and elite assist numbers underscored his progression from mid-tier leagues to regional powerhouses.

Recent career (2021–present)

In the 2021–22 season, Perry signed with Panathinaikos of the Greek Basket League and , marking his debut in Europe's premier club competition. Appearing in 19 games, he averaged 4.8 points and 1.6 assists per game while playing 16.6 minutes off the bench. In the domestic Greek Basket League, Perry featured in 10 games, posting averages of 6.0 points and 1.8 assists. This stint built on his earlier experience in , providing exposure to high-level European play. For the 2022–23 season, Perry transferred to in Spain's , where he established himself as a key . Over 39 regular-season and playoff games, he averaged 12.4 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.1 rebounds per game. finished eighth in the regular season and advanced to the quarterfinals, where they were eliminated by , highlighting Perry's role in the team's postseason push. Perry joined Unicaja Málaga ahead of the 2023–24 campaign, contributing to a successful year in both domestic and European competitions. In 38 games (regular season and playoffs), he averaged 9.9 points and 3.7 assists, with improved efficiency in high-stakes matchups. Unicaja won the Basketball Champions League in April 2024, with Perry earning MVP honors after scoring 17 points in the championship game. They followed with the in September 2024, defeating United 75–60 in the final. In the 2024–25 season, Perry remained with Unicaja, leading them to a dominant campaign. They captured the Spanish Supercup in September 2024, the Copa del Rey in February 2025 (defeating Real Madrid 93–79 in the final, with Perry earning MVP honors after 27 points and 6 assists), the Liga ACB title in June 2025, the FIBA Basketball Champions League in May 2025, and the FIBA Intercontinental Cup in September 2025 (71–61 over NBA G League United). Perry's versatile playmaking, perimeter defense, and clutch scoring were pivotal, earning him All-Liga ACB Second Team honors for the season. As of November 2025, in the early 2025–26 season, Perry has continued to excel for Unicaja in Liga ACB and the FIBA Basketball Champions League, maintaining averages around 11 points and 4 assists per game while anchoring the backcourt.

International career

Naturalization and debut

In 2022, while playing for Budućnost Podgorica after transferring from Panathinaikos in January, Kendrick Perry acquired Montenegrin citizenship, enabling his eligibility for the national team. His naturalization was facilitated by his professional ties to the country, including prior success in the ABA League during the 2020–21 season with Cedevita Olimpija, which served as a catalyst for deeper connections to Montenegro. Perry made his international debut for at the in September, serving primarily as the starting despite the presence of veterans like . In his first game against on September 3, he contributed 19 points, 5 assists, and 3 steals in a 76–70 upset victory. Over the tournament's six games, Perry averaged 15.2 points and 7.2 assists per game, playing a pivotal role in 's advancement to the round of 16. Perry's motivation for naturalizing stemmed from his experiences in Montenegrin basketball and a strong desire to compete internationally, as he expressed: "Everyone has a different opinion about naturalized players, but I want to represent in the best way."

Major tournaments and achievements

Perry debuted in major competitions at the 2022 EuroBasket, where he appeared in all six games for , posting averages of 15.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and a team-leading 7.2 assists per contest. His efficient playmaking and scoring helped propel the team to a perfect 3-0 record in the group stage before they advanced to the second round, ultimately reaching the round of 16 with one win and two losses against top European sides. In the lead-up to the , Perry contributed significantly during the European qualifying phase, playing five games and averaging 13.8 points alongside 4 assists per outing, aiding 's successful qualification. At the tournament itself, he suited up for four matches, delivering 13.5 points and 5.5 assists on average, as secured a 3-2 record and an 11th-place finish—their best result in history. Later, in the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Riga, Latvia, Perry logged 11.5 points and 4 assists across two games; despite advancing from the group stage with a 1-1 record, fell to Latvia in the semifinals, missing qualification for the Paris Olympics. After briefly stepping away from the national team in late 2024, Perry returned in October 2025. As of November 2025, he has been a key performer in the ongoing EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers, averaging 20.8 points and 2.5 assists in four appearances. These efforts have bolstered Montenegro's campaign, with the team holding the 18th position in the World Ranking for Men. Throughout these events, Perry has elevated Montenegro's backcourt dynamics through his versatile scoring, elite assist numbers, and opportunistic steals, often providing crucial bench production in high-stakes matchups.

Personal life

Background and family

Kendrick Perry was born on December 23, 1992, in , to American parents Deborah and Aubrey Perry Jr. He grew up in the area and has one brother, also named Aubrey. His family's roots in influenced his attendance at Edgewater High School in Orlando, where he began his organized journey. No immediate family members were professional athletes, and Perry has maintained a focus on familial ties throughout his career.

Citizenship and honors

Perry acquired Montenegrin citizenship in 2022 while playing professionally for Budućnost in , granting him dual American-Montenegrin status. This enabled him to represent the Montenegrin national team in international competitions starting in 2022 and supported his long-term residency and career stability in . In 2024, Perry was inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame, honoring his record-setting college performance as YSU's all-time Division I leading scorer with 1,991 points and underscoring the personal significance of his academic and athletic legacy. Perry has engaged in community involvement, including hosting the "Life Across the Water" since 2020 (revived in 2023), which features stories of players overseas. Since beginning his professional career in in 2015, Perry has balanced his commitments with family life, including his to in 2022, who has accompanied and supported him at major events such as the .

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