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08:50 AM ET 10.09 | Though he may have rubbed some the wrong way in his young NBA career, DeMarcus Cousins' evolution as a leader continues. It's a role Cousins embraces, but he's still learning the best way to get his message across to teammates. "I'm trying (to lead)," Cousins said. "Just in a better way that will be accepted more and accepted better." It's one thing to be a fiery leader. But if that intensity disturbs teammates, Cousins might as well be talking to a wall. Cousins is a bright player, but his observations and messages are often ignored if they are shouted to teammates. It's something Kings coaches and players have relayed to Cousins, who says he's listening.

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October 9, 2012 09:20 AM ET

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Too many underestimate Cousins. He'll get there.

Bukowski

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October 9, 2012 09:20 AM ET

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The Charge Of The Light Brigade, Bro?

I Love LA

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October 9, 2012 10:01 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:20 AM ET 10.09 by Bukowski

Too many underestimate Cousins. He'll get there.

Totally agree... this kid is a beast and is a budding star in this league...

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October 9, 2012 10:23 AM ET

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He'll get there. The team really isn't that good. Maybe if he just leads by example...

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October 9, 2012 10:26 AM ET

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The question is are they ready to follow. Personally I think he is a hot headed punk with talent and needs to grow up before he can truly be a leader.

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October 9, 2012 11:19 AM ET

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"Cousins is a bright player..." Hmm. I see him being a decent (maybe even great) player if he grows up a bit, but I don't think of him as a cerebral player.

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October 9, 2012 12:05 PM ET

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Originally posted 11:19 AM ET 10.09 by Palermus

"Cousins is a bright player..." Hmm. I see him being a decent (maybe even great) player if he grows up a bit, but I don't think of him as a cerebral player.

He is a dullard with talent. For an NFL example, see Cutler, Jay.

Nacho Johnson

Minneapolis, MN

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October 9, 2012 01:56 PM ET

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Originally posted 09:20 AM ET 10.09 by Bukowski

Too many underestimate Cousins. He'll get there.

He's earned that underestimation...no one questions his talent, its his drive, work ethic and attitude that are questioned. I personally think he can be a double/double guy nightly IF his head is in the game. He gets too distracted with bad calls, refs, not getting the ball, etc and it affects his play negatively