Kendrick Perkins had arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Tuesday morning.

He had some right knee issues in February, but didn't miss any time. There has always been talk of Perkins being amnestied with the $18.5 million he's owed over the next two seasons, but with the free agency period almost over, it's less likely. He is hoping to be ready to resume basketball activities in two weeks.

Oklahoma City was interested in packaging its two first-round picks and Kendrick Perkins for a top-five pick, per ESPN.com.

Even though it's a weak draft class, NBA teams would be foolish to even consider trading for Kendrick Perkins. Perk was a liability in the lineup and financially for the Thunder this past season, so don't expect OKC to be able to offer much more outside of their 12th and 29th picks to try and move up.

Kendrick Perkins said he was "embarrassed" with how he played in the playoffs and is motivated to retool his game.

Perkins posted a nightmare PER in the playoffs, but it didn't take that metric to prove how badly he was struggling. Perkins was a disaster for OKC, and the Thunder simply need him to be better. "I'm working out with the young guys and I'm acting like I don't even have a contract," Perkins said. He should be an amnesty candidate, but the Thunder have said that's not a route they're considering.

Kendrick Perkins had the worst season of his career in 2012-13.

OKC owes Perkins approximately $19 million over the next two seasons, and although GM Sam Presti has said the Thunder won't amnesty him, Perkins' value is no longer what it used to be. He finished the regular season with averages fo 4.2 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.1 blocks on just 45.7 percent shooting.

Thunder GM Sam Presti said the amnesty exemption is not something Oklahoma City has considered using.

Presti was asked the question in relation to Kendrick Perkins, who is due $18.63 million over the next two seasons. Presti said the Thunder believe Perkins has "a lot of value to our team," which certainly didn't seem to be the case in OKC's second-round loss to Memphis. We'll just have to wait and see if Presti is true to his word.

Kendrick Perkins said Wednesday he's "pretty sure" he'll still be with the Thunder next season.

It's good Perk is so sure of his return because we're definitely not. Perkins is a candidate for OKC's amnesty clause given the $18.63 million left on his contract over the next two seasons. Perkins also hasn't played like he deserved anywhere close to that sort of payday in quite a while. Given OKC's need for a legit third scorer and a budget already crunched by Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka's big deals, it wouldn't be surprising if Perkins finds himself a free agent.

Scott Brooks said he anticipates Kendrick Perkins playing more in Game 4 on Monday.

Well, Perk certainly hasn't earned his possible extra playing time. He's made a pathetic 2-of-14 from the field in the first three games of this series and this could be another head-scratching lineup decision by Scott Brooks. We'd guess "desperate times call for desperate measures" applies here.

Kendrick Perkins shot 0-of-4 from the field in 16 minutes on Saturday, while Thabo Sefolosha also shot 0-of-4 in 18 minutes.

Perk is a combined 2-of-14 from the field vs. Memphis in the second round. Kevin Durant had his usual 25 points tonight, with 11 rebounds, five assists and three steals in 46 minutes, but his teammates shot a combined 33.3 percent from the field. The only other players in double-figures were Serge Ibaka (13 points), Kevin Martin (13) and Reggie Jackson (16). With Russell Westbrook injured OKC's lack of offensive options is quickly catching up with them.

Kendrick Perkins played through a hamstring injury on Sunday and had four points, four rebounds, three steals and a bock in the easy win over the Rockets.

Perk will provide solid defense, but he's not good enough on the offensive end to be used in most fantasy playoff leagues. He should play a ton of games, but won't do a whole lot in them.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is fully expected to start in Game 1 vs. Houston on Sunday.

We never really doubted Perkins' availability, but it's worth noting considering he missed time to end the season. Nevertheless, Perkins will be back in action vs. the Rockets and should see the typical 20-25 minutes that he saw all season long.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Bucks on Wednesday.

Nick Collison is also likely to sit that one out and Hasheem Thabeet may get to prove that he was indeed worth the second pick of the 2009 draft, which was one pick before James Harden. Kidding aside, Thabeet may be worth a look in fantasy leagues as the Thunder rest most of their team on Wednesday.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is not expected to play on Wednesday vs. the Bucks.

OKC has sewn up the top spot out West, so there is little reason for Perkins to rush back. He'll prepare himself for the postseason and Hasheem Thabeet should close out the regular season as the Thunder's starting center.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Kings on Monday.

Perkins is trying to get to full strength before the playoffs start. Hasheem Thabeet will likely start again with Nick Collison seeing a boost in minutes off the bench.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) will not play against the Blazers on Friday.

The Thunder simply won't be the same without Perkins. Thanks to him, they led the NBA in offensive efficiency and it has nothing to do with Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant. In case you're illiterate when it comes to reading sarcasm, this shouldn't have any negative impact on OKC's offense. Nick Collison should get more playing time.

Kendrick Perkins (hamstring) is doubtful to play on Friday against the Blazers.

According to beat writer Darnell Mayberry, it "doesn't sound likely" Perkins will play. His absence should open up some extended minutes for Serge Ibaka, Nick Collison and possibly Hasheem Thabeet.

Kendrick Perkins is dealing with hamstring tightness on Thursday and he will not return.

Perkins ranks 12th on the Thunder in player efficiency rating on the season, but Scott Brooks has been playing him 25.2 minutes per game. The trade for Jeff Green that took place back in 2011 would be pretty silly these days, too.

Kendrick Perkins (knee) returned to action on Friday against the Wolves, scoring 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting with seven rebounds, one steal and one block in 25 minutes.

This will be one of his better lines of the year, which needless to say means he has no real fantasy value.

Kendrick Perkins (knee) will play against the Timberwolves on Friday night.

He is dealing with a minor strain to his knee and he went through shootaround Friday morning. Perkins has little to no fantasy value and he has become a bit of a liability on both ends of the floor for the Thunder.

Kendrick Perkins (knee) went through shootaround on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

If Perkins is forced to sit out again, Hasheem Thabeet will likely draw another start in his place. Obviously, Thabeet is not an option in fantasy leagues.

Kendrick Perkins (sprained knee) remains day-to-day, leaving him uncertain to play in Friday's game vs. the Wolves.

Perkins said the injury is "minor" but it already forced him to miss Wednesday's game, in which Hasheem Thabeet started at center but played only 11 minutes, while Nick Collison logged 17 minutes off the bench.