DeMarcus Cousins
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Early Life and Education
DeMarcus Cousins was born on August 13, 1990, under the zodiac sign Leo, in Alabama, United States. His mother’s name is Monique Cousins, and he has five siblings, including his brother, Jaleel Cousins. The names of his four sisters are not publicly known. DeMarcus spent most of his childhood in Alabama and completed his schooling at LeFlore Magnet High School.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 13 Aug, 1990
- Age
- 29 yrs
- Occupations
- Basketball player
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Mobile
- Education
- LeFlore Magnet High School
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American basketball player
- Net Worth 2021
- 37 million
College Basketball Career
In 2009, Cousins gained national attention when he was named to the Parade All-American team. He later played college basketball for the University of Kentucky. During his time there, he averaged 15.1 points per game, showcasing his potential as a future NBA star.
NBA Debut and Sacramento Kings Tenure
In 2010, DeMarcus Cousins was selected by the Sacramento Kings as the fifth overall pick in the NBA Draft. His rookie performance was impressive, cementing his reputation as a strong center in the league. That same year, he signed a two-year contract with the Kings worth approximately $7 million.
In 2011, Cousins had a reported conflict with then-coach Paul Westphal, which led to media speculation when Westphal was later dismissed. Despite the controversy, the Kings appeared committed to developing Cousins due to his on-court value and rapidly improving stats.
Suspensions and Contract Extension
In 2012, Cousins faced disciplinary action and was suspended for two games after making inappropriate comments toward an opposing player. He later issued a public apology for the incident.
In 2013, the Kings extended Cousins's contract for four years, this time offering a deal worth $62 million. While he continued to perform at a high level, his on-court demeanor remained a point of contention. In 2014, he was suspended for one game after an altercation involving Patrick Beverley, in which Cousins punched Beverley in the stomach. That same year, Cousins was sidelined for 10 games due to viral meningitis. Despite these setbacks, his performance metrics and popularity among fantasy basketball users, including platforms like Fangraphs, continued to rise.
