Cousins finished the game with 35 points, 13 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks and 1 steal. On the season, Cousins is averaging 23.5 points, 11.5 rebounds and 3 assists per game – all career highs.

While the Kings currently have an 11-22 record, his individual numbers don't lie: Cousins is currently fifth in the league in rebounds and sixth in scoring. The big fella does have his fair share of technicals (10 on the season so far), but he has figured out how to stay on the floor when the team needs him to be there, avoiding getting ejected or fouling out on a regular basis.

Head coach Michael Malone has no doubt that Cousins deserves to be an All-Star.

"I don't see one center in the entire NBA that does what DeMarcus Cousins does every night from scoring, facilitating, rebounding, getting to the foul line, making plays for his teammates," Malone told reporters on Tuesday. "I think what he does every night against some of the better teams and some of the better big men in the NBA warrants him to get a real, real honest look about being a first-time All-Star."

For the various ways in which fans can vote, click here. Voting ends on Jan. 20 and the All-Star starters will be announced on Jan. 23.