This article is the second in a series about every Pelicans’ most important goal for the 2017-2018 season. To read the first article, about Anthony Davis click here.
At this point in his career, DeMarcus Cousins’ reputation has been one of personal success, team drama, and aggressive on-court play. He has been top ten in both personal fouls and technical fouls every year since his rookie season and is considered to be one of the most hot-headed players in the NBA.
Despite intensity often being a virtue with players like Draymond Green, Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul, prided for their ferocity, at this point in his career, it has been more destructive than advantageous for Cousins.