Demarcus Cousins demands trade from SAC

[diconzo]

I think the only offer we could really make would be: Wilcox, clippers pick, 2014 NJ 2nd rounder for Cousins

Only thing that matches up salary well, because we can't trade Sasha, JJJ, or E'Twuan for 30 days (with JJJ and ET) and by then he will either already be traded, or the problem will be resolved. SAC might consider Wilcox&the two picks for Cousins. If they're desperate to move him and want picks vs. players.

[Birdman]

We can trade Perkins and ...oh wait, we already did that bad trade already

[Sketch5]

No way we trade Bass. He's been the best player off the bench so far.

Wilcox and a pick would be a good move, maybe even JO in there. I've liked the KG/BASS line up so far.

[mqtcelticsfan]

I think the only offer we could really make would be: Wilcox, clippers pick, 2014 NJ 2nd rounder for Cousins

Only thing that matches up salary well, because we can't trade Sasha, JJJ, or E'Twuan for 30 days (with JJJ and ET) and by then he will either already be traded, or the problem will be resolved. SAC might consider Wilcox&the two picks for Cousins. If they're desperate to move him and want picks vs. players.

In other words, Boston will not be in on the Cousins sweepstakes.

[diconzo]

I think the only offer we could really make would be: Wilcox, clippers pick, 2014 NJ 2nd rounder for Cousins

Only thing that matches up salary well, because we can't trade Sasha, JJJ, or E'Twuan for 30 days (with JJJ and ET) and by then he will either already be traded, or the problem will be resolved. SAC might consider Wilcox&the two picks for Cousins. If they're desperate to move him and want picks vs. players.

In other words, Boston will not be in on the Cousins sweepstakes.

Pretty much! Haha.

Would be a great pickup but I can't see it happening.

[raynman]

I watched their game vs the Knicks yesterday, and they were just awful! Being blown-out by an Amare-less team with no defense tells a lot about the Kings.. They have too much talent but no cohesion whatsoever.. I feel bad for Tyreke, Jimmer and Demarcus.. Cousins maybe a headcase, but he's the missing piece of the puzzle for the Celtics (talent-wise).. We have a good coach who excels in player relations, a group of vets, and Rondo - a fellow Kentucky alum who I believe is also friends with Demarcus.. I think he'd be perfect here.. We don't have too much to offer but if the Kings desperately want to get rid of him, we might have a chance.. JO, AB, Wilcox (if he can be traded already) or one of our first rd picks? Get him, Danny!

[manl_lui]

I wouldn't mind Cousins, but NO on trading any of the big 3...Obviously not involving rondo as well, the rest I'm fine with

[SHAQATTACK]

I think Cousins is a steal for the right team ( with right players and coach) and GM.  If ANY team could make him work , I would bet this Celtics team , Doc and DA.   Since Phil JAckson is gone , he would never make it on the Lakers, and the Heat don't have the money to get him.  

 5 years he could be another KG.

[lightspeed5]

anyone remember when he stared down KG and rondo pushed him?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAlP0B2Eeuc

[xmuscularghandix]

how about

Bos sends:Brandon Bass, JJJ,clippers pick and/or c's pick

Sac sends: Cousins

Would love to get him on the cheap. I think Doc could handle this kid. If he is going to respect anyone it would be Doc Rivers as a coach . PP will still be the captain, and Rondo would make him so much better.

Sac could probably get a better offer though dang it  

Sacramento has alot of PF dont think they would be interested haha! Jason Thompson, J.J Hickson etc. Bass wouldnt get PT there.

Bass would be their starting PF if it's between those three.

[Birdman]

Next year roster:

C--DeMarcus Cousins
PF-Brandon Bass
SF-Paul Pierce
SG-Ray Allen
PG-Rajon Rondo
6th man-Jeff Green

KG will probably retire..sign Allen to a 1 year deal..Bass and Green would come back here..not a bad team so I would go after Cousins..But would Cousins and Rondo exist together? Doc have his hands full with those 2

[Eddie20]

I wouldn't mind Cousins, but NO on trading any of the big 3...Obviously not involving rondo as well, the rest I'm fine with

The interesting part is that Ainge has long coveted Tyreke Evans. Although Evans' game has slipped a bit, he is still very young (21) and is still under his rookie contract. Cousins & Evans for Rondo is something to think about it, especially if you're able to land a 1st rd pick in the process.

[PosImpos]

The Celtics have no offer for DMC.  None.  Best asset they can offer is a couple first round picks (Clippers and their own).  Not gonna cut it.

I imagine the Rockets are gonna try to get in on this.

I wouldn't mind Cousins, but NO on trading any of the big 3...Obviously not involving rondo as well, the rest I'm fine with

The interesting part is that Ainge has long coveted Tyreke Evans. Although Evans' game has slipped a bit, he is still very young (21) and is still under his rookie contract. Cousins & Evans for Rondo is something to think about it, especially if you're able to land a 1st rd pick in the process.

I thought about this, but ask yourself . . . would the Kings really give up Cousins AND Evans (who, let's remember, averaged 20-5-5 in his rookie season) for Rondo?

Conversely, would the C's make that trade?  I'm not sure they would, since I don't think they'd be a better team right now.  Evans is not really a passer at all.  Not a guy you want running this offense.

[ianboyextreme]

Oh yeah, and the Kings traded for a shot-happy big man in the off-season, too.

If you're DeMarcus Cousins and you look at your teammates -- Evans, Jimmer, Thornton, Salmons, Hickson -- do you say to yourself, "Yeah, this team is trying to make the most of my talents."  Of course not.

Hard to blame Cousins for being frustrated in that situation, particularly if he doesn't get along with the coach (and it sounds like he really doesn't). 


That said, I also don't like players demanding trades, especially not publicly.

He diddnt make it publicly, his coach revealed it.

[PosImpos]

Oh yeah, and the Kings traded for a shot-happy big man in the off-season, too.

If you're DeMarcus Cousins and you look at your teammates -- Evans, Jimmer, Thornton, Salmons, Hickson -- do you say to yourself, "Yeah, this team is trying to make the most of my talents."  Of course not.

Hard to blame Cousins for being frustrated in that situation, particularly if he doesn't get along with the coach (and it sounds like he really doesn't).


That said, I also don't like players demanding trades, especially not publicly.

He diddnt make it publicly, his coach revealed it.

Yeah.  From what I've read this one is on Westphal.  The guy comes off like a braying ass with his ridiculous press release.