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Rockets HC Stephen Silas downplays rumors of DeMarcus Cousins release

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 2/21/21

The Houston Rockets are reportedly expected to part ways with DeMarcus Cousins in the coming days in an effort to get younger in the frontcourt. However, head coach Stephen Silas downplayed those rumors on Sunday.

Rockets coach Stephen Silas on DeMarcus Cousins: “He’s here at practice. He’s here for tomorrow’s game and moving forward. I know there are rumors out there as to what’s kind of coming ahead, but those are just rumors at this point.” pic.twitter.com/6BzDYRuuTE
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) February 21, 2021

Cousins is averaging 9.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game off the bench this season while shooting 37.6% from the field and 33.6% from deep.

If the Rockets do release him, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly expected to be among teams to pursue the 30-year-old. Cousins signed with the Lakers last season but did not play a single game for the franchise due to injury.

Cousins and the Rockets are preparing to take on the Chicago Bulls on Monday.

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