DeMarcus Cousins was one of the best centers in the NBA in his prime. While a member of the Sacramento Kings, Boogie had some of the best seasons of his career and established himself as a future NBA star. He made good progress when he formed a dangerous two-round formation with Anthony Davis on the New Orleans Pelicans, but injuries would derail Cousins’ career.
He began taking veteran minimums in the league starting in 2018-19, when he joined the Golden State Warriors in a move that stunned many as a blatant ring-hunting move. The Warriors failed to win a title but Cousins found another contract on the Lakers. He was dropped throughout the season due to JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard emerging on him.
Since then, Boogie has played for the Clippers, Rockets, Bucks and, most recently, the Denver Nuggets. However, Cousins is still out of contract for next season. His save game in Denver proved he had a place in the league and was in good shape, so fans are debating where the former All-Star will end up.
Which team will DeMarcus Cousins end up on?
Boogie was a good substitute for the Nuggets last season, especially during the Playoffs. Despite only averaging 11 minutes per game, Boogie was scoring 10 points per game with high efficiency. He definitely has a place in the league for a team looking for a big replacement.
The Brooklyn Nets seem like the most natural fit. Although they have young players on the roster that they could use there, Cousins would give them a veteran inside presence that can produce offensively. Nicholas Claxton is a good defensive center, so the Nets could use lineups that alternate their strengths. However, it looks like Brooklyn is better off with a defensive center given the offensive power of their roster.
Outside of the Nets, the Clippers could use a replacement for Ivica Zubac after losing Isaiah Hartenstein to the New York Knicks. The Miami Heat are going to rely on Omer Yurtseven to be Bam Adebayo’s replacement, which is completely acceptable. They could always add someone like Boogie to help them in their attack, especially on the bench. There are options for one of the best centers of the 2010s, just a matter of who makes the offer first.