With DeMarcus Cousins set to leave the Houston Rockets, his availability has become a huge talking point throughout the NBA community.
Of course, as he contemplates his next move, the Los Angeles Lakers emerged as a possible destination, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis in search of some reinforcements in the frontcourt. According to The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor, a reunion might be in the works.
Sources: The Lakers will be among the teams to pursue DeMarcus Cousins.
The market will be limited for Cousins, sources say. He has struggled this year after returning from multiple major injuries. But for LA or any team in need of big man depth, few options bring higher upside.
— Kevin O'Connor (@KevinOConnor) February 20, 2021
Obviously, Cousins is not the player he used to be. Following a string of serious injuries, the best Cousins can hope to be is a role-player for the Lakeshow.
Still, he has shown he still has a lot to offer. The 9-year veteran is averaging 9.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game on 37% shooting this season. As a capable shooter and talented playmaker, he’d be an ideal fit next to Lebron and A.D., who are chasing their second-straight title.
When Cousins does officially become available, L.A. will have to compete with several other teams for his services — but there remains a lot of optimism about their chances.
