DeMarcus Cousins Finished in Houston

Shane Seney February 21, 2021 Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, Toronto Raptors

DeMarcus Cousins and the Houston Rockets have decided to part ways as the team is looking to open up some minutes for their younger players. The 30-year-old Kentucky has appeared in 25 games so far this season, averaging 9.6 points and 7.6 rebounds.

The Houston Rockets and center DeMarcus Cousins are planning to part ways in coming days, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Houston wants to go smaller, younger in frontcourt when Christian Wood returns and this allows Cousins to find an opportunity elsewhere.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 20, 2021

Per reports, the Rockets reportedly want to go smaller once injured starter Christian Wood returns from an ankle injury. The team will fully guarantee Cousins' $2.3-million salary before releasing him, according to Charania.

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Toronto Raptors are going to be pushing hard for Cousins so expect to see the big-man headed towards a championship contender once he's freed from the Rockets.

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