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DeMarcus Cousins | Center/Forward

Team: Sacramento Kings
Age / DOB:  (22) / 8/13/1990
Ht / Wt:  6'11' / 270
College: Kentucky
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Contrary to a previous report, Vivek Ranadive did not meet with Larry Bird on Wednesday to discuss a role with the team.
In response to a report from Peter Vecsey, the Sacramento Bee reports the Kings have "been in conversations with Larry Bird about a role in running basketball operations," but it's not clear what the role would be or when the two sides have actually spoken. Bird is reportedly asking for a $5 million salary and a piece of the team, so the asking price is steep. Ranadive is expected to meet with other candidates in order to replace Geoff Petrie. Jun 6 - 8:12 AM
Source: Sacramento Bee

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DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins has been invited to Team USA mini-camp, sources told Yahoo! Sports.

It's an obvious move. Cousins is one of the most talented big men in the game, and although he's had some moments of immaturity and indiscretion, he hasn't scratched his ceiling as a basketball player. After Jerry Colangelo previously said Cousins had some "growing up" to do, Colangelo offered the following: "You bury the past and go forward," he said. "He's invited and he's definitely on the list. New year, new summer, new opportunity."
Source: Yahoo! Sports
Jun 4 - 1:24 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

Mike Malone gave a strong endorsement of DeMarcus Cousins' future at his introductory press conference while eschewing any trade rumors regarding the big man.

"We all know on any given night he's the most talented big man in the NBA," Malone said. "You just don't get rid of those guys." Malone went on to say Cousins "should be the cornerstone of this franchise for years to come," so any reports that Cousins is on the trade block or his future with the team is in jeopardy are way off base. Cousins will remain with the Kings.
Source: Sacramento Bee
Jun 4 - 8:49 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

The Kings have reached out to Larry Bird, Chris Mullin and Mike Dunleavy in their search for a new GM, according to CBS Sports.com.

Current Grizzlies GM Chris Wallace is said to be in the lead for the position, but in addition to the three names above the Kings have also officially interviewed Warriors assistant GM Travis Schlenk. The GM search is described as "wide open" and "very fluid," and Sacramento's new owners are obviously being very thorough.
Source: CBS Sports
Jun 3 - 3:25 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

Sources tell the Sacramento Bee that DeMarcus Cousins does not want to be traded.

The Kings' new ownership group reportedly has no intention of trading Cousins, either. That doesn't mean teams won't ask. The Cavs could dangle the No. 1 overall pick, while the Mavericks and Bobcats are also rumored to be interested. There's something to be said for a change of scenery, but Cousins will get that in Sacramento via a new coach, owners and GM. Trading away a 22-year-old big man with legit All-NBA first-team talent wouldn't be a strong play.
Source: Jason Jones on Twitter
May 31 - 5:19 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

The Kings new ownership group has "no intention of trading DeMarcus Cousins," a source told the Sacramento Bee.

Fox Sports Ohio's Sam Amico reported through a source that the Mike Malone hire made Cousins a "goner," but that we'll take the team's beat reporter over a guy who is rarely actually around the Kings. Cousins is on his rookie deal and has a world of talent, and Malone's hire will be largely beneficial for Cousins' development. The Kings need Cousins and won't be in a rush to ship him anywhere.
Source: Jason Jones on Twitter
May 31 - 8:14 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

The Mavericks, Bobcats and Cavaliers "will have interest" in DeMarcus Cousins if the new Kings ownership group decides to put him on the trade block, sources told ESPN's Chad Ford.

This is virtually a rehashing of previous reports. The Kings will need to hire a general manager and new head coach before tackling any personnel decisions, and we're assuming the team isn't eager to sell on a kid with immense talent who is still on his rookie contract.
Related: Bobcats, Cavaliers, Mavericks
Source: ESPN
May 29 - 1:07 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

According to Peter Vecsey, Warriors assistant Mike Malone is a "living lock" to be the next Kings' head coach.

The Kings' sale from the Maloofs to the Sacramento group led by Vivek Ranadive has been approved and will become official shortly. So it makes sense that Malone is the choice, because he has ties to Ranadive going back to Golden State. Malone, 42, has never been a head coach but is the son of longtime coach Brendan Malone and has been an NBA assistant since 2003. He was also linked to the openings with the Sixers and Clippers.
Source: Peter Vecsey on Twitter
May 28 - 2:56 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

The good DeMarcus Cousins showed up against the Clippers on Wednesday, shooting 14-of-24 from the field for 36 points with 22 boards, three assists and three blocks in 41 minutes.

It was a bumpy ride for Cousins all year and needless to say, he and coach Keith Smart won't be going on any offseason golf outings. Cousins had career highs in percentages with 46.2 percent from the field and 73.7 percent from the line, but his inconsistencies all season may have soured owners on drafting him next season.
Apr 18 - 1:47 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins did not get a technical foul in Monday's loss to the Thunder, which means he'll be allowed by the league to play in Wednesday's finale.

It's sort of pathetic that this is news, but that's the way Cousins rolls and he'll be ready to suit up on Wednesday night, assuming he doesn't tell Keith Smart to go kick rocks between now and then. Cousins did not play in the fourth quarter and saw just 25 minutes on his way to seven points, six boards, five turnovers and plenty of low-effort plays in the loss.
Apr 16 - 12:06 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins had the technical foul he was assessed on Sunday rescinded and he will play on Monday against the Thunder.

He avoided suspension after the technical was taken off the board, so he should be a safe play tonight as the Kings look to play spoiler against the Thunder.
Source: Jason Jones on Twitter
Apr 15 - 3:38 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins was called for his 16th technical foul during Sunday's game, though the tech may be rescinded by the league.

If the call stands it would result in an automatic one-game suspension Monday vs. the Thunder. It didn't seem justified, however, and referee Violet Palmer reportedly apologized to Cousins for giving him the tech, so owners should absolutely check for updates on Monday. DMC finished tonight's defeat with just eight points, eight rebounds and three steals in 22 minutes, as Keith Smart went deep into his bench with the game out of reach.
Related: Jason Thompson, Cole Aldrich
Source: Jason Jones on Twitter
Apr 14 - 10:02 PM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins scored 19 points on 6-of-11 shooting with 12 rebounds, one steal and two blocks on Friday against the Spurs.

He got another technical foul and the next one will bring a one-game suspension, but let's face it, he could be suspended for any number of reasons so this just adds a little spice to things. Jason Thompson added 18 points with six rebounds, a steal and two blocks, but his value is tenuous in Keith Smart's random rotations.
Related: Jason Thompson
Apr 13 - 2:39 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins fouled out of Wednesday's game against the Hornets, finishing with 11 points, four boards, five assists, two steals and two blocks during a 121-110 win.

The cameras were on him for a while and needless to say, Cousins wasn't exactly thrilled fouling out. He's one tantrum away from being benched by Keith Smart, but he's worth starting in all formats as long as he's on decent behavior.
Apr 11 - 1:10 AM
DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

DeMarcus Cousins was in the Kings' starting lineup after Friday's unexplained benching, scoring a team-high 22 points on 9-of-15 shooting, with nine boards and one steal.

Keith Smart was vague about the incident that caused DMC's temporary benching. "He and I knew what it was," said Smart, "and we move on." Tonight Cousins played under 30 minutes, while Chuck Hayes (nine rebounds, two blocks) logged 29 minutes off the bench, and the season can't end soon enough for the beleaguered Kings.
Related: Chuck Hayes
Apr 7 - 9:45 PM