Demarcus Cousins
DeMarcus Cousins entered the league as a high lottery pick poised for a terrific career. Despite all his promise, Cousins seemed to want everything right away. Just a few weeks into the season Cousins was already voicing complaints about the organization, his coaches and teammates.
Now coming off multiple injuries and trades, Cousins has humbled a bit and is looking to rebuild his career. Some of that humility earlier in his career would have done him some good.
Where Are They Now: Many saw Cousins’ one-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019 as the perfect combination of the Lakers’ signing a “ring-chaser,” and getting a sneaky acquisition who could provide tremendous size and strength in the playoffs. But Cousins immediately proceeded to hear his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in an August workout before the season, leading to the team waiving him.