DETROIT, Sept.16, 2025 – Malik Beasley, navigating a complex sports betting investigation, remains hopeful about his NBA return, with the Detroit Pistons reportedly emerging as a potential destination.
Pistons Mulling Short-Term Deal for Beasley amidst betting Probe
Malik Beasley’s NBA future is uncertain due to a sports betting investigation, but a contract with the Detroit Pistons is reportedly on the table.
- Malik Beasley is optimistic about his NBA return despite an ongoing sports betting investigation.
- The Detroit Pistons are reportedly considering a one-year contract offer for Beasley.
- Beasley had a career-best season in 2024-2025,hitting over 300 three-pointers.
- The NBA and justice system are investigating Beasley’s alleged involvement in a rigged sports betting scheme.
In the 2024-2025 season,Malik Beasley achieved a meaningful milestone,becoming only the fifth player in league history to make 300 or more three-pointers in a single season. He joined an elite group that includes Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, James Harden, and Anthony Edwards. This performance likely woudl have lead to a lucrative contract extension, reportedly worth $42 million over three years.
However, investigations by the justice system and the NBA into Beasley’s alleged involvement in a rigged sports betting scheme have put any potential extension on hold.
According to recent reports from American media, the situation is evolving positively for the 2016 first-round draft pick. Discussions about a one-year contract are reportedly underway, albeit for a significantly reduced figure compared to initial expectations. Detroit, having already sought to replace Beasley by signing Caris LeVert, may now be looking to bring him back on a short-term deal.
The Pistons, leveraging their “Bird Rights” on Beasley, could offer him around $7.2 million for the upcoming season. This amount could be sufficient to retain the veteran shooter, provided he is cleared of all suspicions before the season begins.
Any team considering signing Beasley, including the Pistons, will need assurances regarding his availability. The specter of potential sanctions, like the lifetime ban handed to Jontay Porter for a similar betting scandal, looms large. Without clearance, teams are unlikely to risk the investment.
