Being teammates with LeBron James is often seen as a real opportunity for players. But for DeMarcus Cousins, there are plenty of downsides, too.

NBA players DeMarcus Cousins ​​(left) and LeBron James (right)

While the Lakers find themselves under a lot of pressure as the postseason approaches, Anthony Davis is not spared by the supporters and media. The slightest poor performance from within and he finds himself heavily criticized, just like D’Angelo Russell or Austin Reaves. But for his part, DeMarcus Cousins ​​is not necessarily surprised.

Difficult to be teammates with LeBron James?

After all, being teammates with LeBron James can quickly have its disadvantages according to Boogie. The pressure is enormous alongside such a star, and it is rare for James to be criticized by the media for a poor performance. In a recent broadcast of “Run It Back” including Shams Charania, Cousins ​​attacked LeBron’s status.

 

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DeMarcus Cousins ​​on criticism of Anthony Davis : “I think it comes with this environment. Being teammates with one of the greatest basketball players in the world, LeBron James, isn’t easy. When things get tough, we all know that other people will be blamed before the best player on the team, one of the best in history. Plus, Davis plays for the Lakers, and their fan base is really tough. »

 

“You can have averages of 25/12 and that’s not enough. You have to try to win the title every season, regardless of the roster. That’s what it’s like to be LeBron James’ teammate. This plays a huge role in the criticism received by Anthony Davis. »

It’s not easy being LeBron’s teammate, even if Davis has played his role to perfection since his arrival in the City of Angels. The interior, however, takes a lot of criticism which is a problem for Cousins, especially when it is undeserved according to him. However, it is during the postseason that everything will be decided for Davis and the Angelinos.

For DeMarcus Cousins, becoming teammates with LeBron James definitely isn’t for everyone, least of all the Lakers. Anthony Davis, however, manages to perfection, even if he will not be spared as the play-in and potential playoffs approach.