Kosta Koufos downs Buddy Hield in one-on-one, unleashes celebration

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SACRAMENTO -- “Don’t tweet that.”

Those are the words that typically come out of the mouth of veteran center, Kosta Koufos.

Known for his clichéd responses and mild-mannered takes, the 7-footer let loose following practice Wednesday afternoon.  

In a one-on-one battle with shooting guard Buddy Hield, a renowned trash talker, Koufos went to his patented flip from the right block. The two had been battling for while when Koufos hit the game winner.

Reactions around the room were outstanding. Hield can be seen punting the ball across the gym. Frank Mason does his version of the bull dance. Harry Giles raises his hands high in support of his teammate and Willie Cauley-Stein is there for the high five.

And then there is Koufos. The usually tame big repeatedly demands that media, “post that s**t on the Kings site!” He flexes on his victory lap around the Kings practice facility, showing a side that is seldom seen outside the locker room.

Despite losing their previous two games, the vibe behind the scenes is good in Sacramento.

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