by Charlie O. Mallonee

DeMarcus Cousins of the Sacramento Kings has been named NBA Western Conference Player of the Week. Cousins lead the Kings to a 2-1 record for the week averaging 25.7 points, 16.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.7 blocks in 31.7 minutes of playing time. He recorded a double-double in all three contests.

Cousins is leading the NBA in rebounds with 12.3 per game. He is averaging 23.2 points per game. Cousins is second in double-doubles with 10 so far this season.

This is the second time Cousins has been named Player of the Week. He was granted the honor for the week of January 13, 2014.