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Cousins is a pro basketball player, nicknamed "Boogie", who attended Kentucky.
DeMarcus Cousins is an American professional basketball player who has played in the NBA since 2010. He is a four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection, and he was named to the 2016 USA Basketball Men's National Team. He is known for his versatile playmaking skills, scoring ability and physical presence in the paint.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>DeMarcus Cousins is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On August 13, 1990, DeMarcus Cousins was born in Mobile, Alabama.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>McDonald's All-American</div><div class='timeline-text'>Named a McDonald's All-American and selected to play in the Jordan Brand Classic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Selected 5th Overall by the Sacramento Kings</div><div class='timeline-text'>Selected as the fifth overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>1st All-Star Selection</div><div class='timeline-text'>Becomes the first Kings player since 2004 to be named an All-Star.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Traded to the New Orleans Pelicans</div><div class='timeline-text'>Traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Buddy Hield, Tyreke Evans, Langston Galloway and future draft picks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs with the Golden State Warriors</div><div class='timeline-text'>Signed with the Golden State Warriors on a one year deal worth $5.3 million.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins His First NBA Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wins his first NBA championship as a member of the Golden State Warriors.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Versatile Player</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>DeMarcus Cousins is a very versatile player. He has the ability to play and defend multiple positions, making him an asset to any team he plays for. He also has great ball handling and post moves, making him a threat on both ends of the court.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Amazing Rebounder</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>DeMarcus Cousins is an amazing rebounder. His size and strength make him one of the best rebounders in the league. He has averaged double digit rebounds in each of his seasons in the NBA. </p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Great Leader</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>DeMarcus Cousins is a great leader. He is unselfish and puts the team first. He is always willing to help his teammates out and takes responsibility for his mistakes. He encourages his teammates to give their best effort and never gives up on them. </p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First UK Player to be Drafted in the NBA</h3><p class='facts-text'>DeMarcus Cousins was the first player from the University of Kentucky to be drafted into the NBA.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Five Time NBA All-Star</h3><p class='facts-text'>DeMarcus Cousins is a five time NBA All-Star and has been a part of the All-Star team for five consecutive years.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Holds Several Records</h3><p class='facts-text'>DeMarcus Cousins holds several records, including the most rebounds (17) and assists (14) by a center in a single NBA game.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Youngest Player to Record a Triple Double</h3><p class='facts-text'>At age 20, DeMarcus Cousins became the youngest player in NBA history to record a triple double.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skilled at Other Sports</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to basketball, DeMarcus Cousins has also shown great skill in football and track & field.</p></div></div>
DeMarcus Cousins is an American professional basketball player who was born on August 13, 1990 and is currently 33 years old. He is best known for his career in the NBA, where he has earned four All-Star selections and two All-NBA selections as well as being named NBA All-Star Game MVP in 2018.
DeMarcus Cousins has an estimated net worth of $37M. His wealth is largely attributed to his successful career as a professional basketball player playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He has also earned money through endorsement deals and product lines.
