Kings' DeMarcus Cousins (back) doesn't practice Tuesday

Sacramento Kings power forward/center DeMarcus Cousins (back, thigh) sat out Tuesday's practice.

What It Means:

It's not as concerning as it may seem, as the practice was optional, and Rajon Rondo, Marco Belinelli and Kings' coach George Karl also were not present. Cousins is a little beat up, though, missing four games with discomfort in his back and a sore thigh, so it'd be wise to consider him questionable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Cousins is off to a solid start this season, posting a 6.1 nERD, which ranks 33rd. He's averaging 27.9 points, 11.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game. We project him to score 20.1 points, pull down 11.1 rebounds and tally 3.1 assists against the Bucks, if he's able to suit up.