Earlier this week, an ESPN report suggested that the Celtics would target Kings All-Star big man DeMarcus Cousins in an offseason trade.
Vlade Divac and commpany have responded — quickly putting that rumor to rest.
According to a report from inside the Kings organization, they plan to hang on to Cousins and “make a playoff run” next season.
The Kings want to make a playoff run next season with DeMarcus Cousins as the centerpiece of the franchise, league sources told CSNCalifornia.com.
The Celtics reportedly have significant interest in Cousins and are expected to utilize their bevy of draft picks to secure the 6-foot-11 center from Sacramento, according to an ESPN report.
Cousins averaged 24.1 ppg and 12.7 rpg in his first All-Star season, which was a struggle at times due to illness, injury.