Cousin's young attitude to blame

Demarcus Cousins was an All-American basketball player in both high school and in college. His athletic ability was sought after by many coaches in the NCAA, but there was one thing coaches were concerned about. His attitude.

Cousins committed to Memphis University in 2009, but when coach John Calipari decided to make the transition to head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, Cousins followed.

Cousins, along with John Wall, led the Wildcat's to the Elite Eight in 2010. Cousins was known for his high energy and physical play on the court. He was also known for letting his temper and attitude get to him and receiving many technical fouls, especially in key points of the game. This was a trait that was not broken over the 2010 season and when he entered the 2010 NBA draft, coaches took this into consideration.

Demarcus Cousins now plays for the Sacramento Kings where he averages 14 points a game and almost 9 nine rebounds. Even as a rookie he is a key asset to the team, but in recent news he has let his attitude get the best of him again.

Cousins got into an altercation with fellow teammate Donte Green after Saturday night's 99-97 loss to Oklahoma City. Cousins was upset because he did not get the ball on the final play of the game.

This is not his first mistake in his rookie season. Cousins previously was dismissed from a practice for arguing with the coach and got in trouble for another verbal confrontation with a member of the training staff.

Despite his young age, Cousins is still expected to act maturely and abide by the NBA's player policy. Decisions are being made regarding his punishment and his behavior may lead to his first suspension as a player in the NBA.