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sports7 months ago

DeMarcus Cousins Suspended for Season After Fan Confrontation in Puerto Rico

DeMarcus Cousins was suspended for the rest of the season and had his contract terminated after a brawl with fans during a game in Puerto Rico, where he also received a fine and faced further penalties. The incident involved obscene gestures, arguments, and physical altercations with fans, leading to his ejection and disciplinary actions by the league.

sports1 year ago

"Political Intrigue: The Evolution of Kentucky Basketball Under Calipari and Pope"

Former Kentucky star DeMarcus Cousins and former NBA player Matt Barnes suggest that real politics played a role in John Calipari's departure from the Kentucky basketball program, with rumors of political pressure and financial influence being potential factors. Calipari's decision to leave for the head coaching position at Arkansas came as a surprise to many, and speculation has arisen regarding his refusal to endorse a gubernatorial candidate. Cousins and Barnes discussed these political dynamics on the All The Smoke podcast, shedding light on potential behind-the-scenes influences in college basketball.

sports1 year ago

"Calipari's Move to Arkansas: Impact on Kentucky and Mark Pope's Roster"

DeMarcus Cousins predicts that Kentucky will lose TV attention and relevance after John Calipari's departure, claiming that Arkansas will now be the team on TV every night. Despite the coaching change, other former Wildcats like John Wall remain loyal to the program, and Kentucky Basketball will continue to be a prominent force in college basketball.

sports1 year ago

"Calipari's Arrival at Arkansas Signals a Shift in SEC Basketball Power Dynamics"

DeMarcus Cousins believes that Arkansas, not Kentucky, will become the new hot spot in college basketball with John Calipari's departure, predicting that Arkansas will lead TV ratings and recruit the best players. He also suggested that former Kentucky star Rajon Rondo should have been the replacement for Calipari. Cousins thinks that the era of Kentucky's dominance under Calipari will not be replicated and that Arkansas will now take the spotlight in college basketball.

sports1 year ago

"Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins Clash Over Kentucky Coach Cal's Future"

Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins engage in a heated debate about the future of Kentucky basketball under Coach Calipari, with Rondo emphasizing the program's historical success and Cousins defending Calipari's impact. Their differing views reflect the uncertainty surrounding the team's recent lack of success in the NCAA Tournament, sparking a must-see conversation between two influential figures in the program's history.

sports2 years ago

"Draymond Green Reflects on Suspension: Embracing Therapy and Unfair Criticism"

Draymond Green, reinstated after a 12-game suspension, considered retiring due to backlash and criticism but received support from NBA commissioner Adam Silver and others, including former teammate DeMarcus Cousins, who defended him and criticized the unfair attack on his character. Green revealed that Silver convinced him not to retire, and Cousins expressed agreement with Silver's intervention, expressing genuine care for Green and his well-being.

sports2 years ago

The Lakers' Over-Reliance on LeBron James: DeMarcus Cousins Speaks Out

Former NBA star DeMarcus Cousins criticizes the Los Angeles Lakers' plan to limit LeBron James' minutes, calling it "complete bulls--t." Cousins believes that the team needs a more realistic plan to keep James fresh throughout the season, considering his injury history and the physical toll of playing heavy minutes. Despite James' impressive performance, the Lakers have had a slow start to the season. Cousins emphasizes the need for a sustainable workload management strategy to ensure James' availability for the playoffs and a championship run.

sports2 years ago

NBA All-Star joins Puerto Rican pro league.

Four-time NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins will sign with the Guaynabo Mets of the Baloncesto Superior Nacional, the Puerto Rican professional basketball league, in an attempt to make his way back to the NBA. Cousins has not played in the NBA since the 2021-22 season due to injuries and problematic behavior. He is the second star player to sign with a league outside the NBA in recent months, following Dwight Howard's signing with Taiwan's top basketball league.

sports2 years ago

DeMarcus Cousins joins Guaynabo Mets in NBA comeback attempt.

Four-time NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins is set to sign with the Guaynabo Mets, a Puerto Rican Professional Basketball League team, in his bid to return to the NBA. Cousins last played for the Denver Nuggets during the 2021-22 season and has been publicly petitioning for a chance to show his growth. Despite dealing with injuries in recent years, Cousins believes he is still one of the best centers in the league and is waiting for a team to give him a call.

sports2 years ago

DeMarcus Cousins joins Puerto Rican pro league.

DeMarcus Cousins, a four-time All-Star center, is set to play for the Guaynabo Mets in the Puerto Rican professional basketball league's spring season in hopes of finding a pathway back to the NBA next season. Cousins, who has played with seven teams in 13 seasons, did not get signed onto an NBA roster during the 2022-23 season. He has averaged 19.6 points and 10.2 rebounds in his career and was one of the league's dominant centers with the Kings.

sports2 years ago

DeMarcus Cousins joins Puerto Rican pro league.

DeMarcus Cousins, a four-time All-Star center, is set to play for the Guaynabo Mets of the Puerto Rican professional basketball league in the spring season with the hopes of returning to the NBA next season. Cousins, who has played with seven teams in 13 seasons, did not get signed onto an NBA roster during the 2022-23 season. He has averaged 19.6 points and 10.2 rebounds in his career and was one of the league's dominant centers with the Kings.