Overview
- The U.S. District Attorney’s Office is investigating allegations that Beasley placed illegal bets on NBA games and player props during the 2023-24 season.
- Beasley, a 28-year-old guard who averaged 16.3 points and shot 41.6 percent from three last season, has not been charged with any crime.
- Attorney Steve Haney stresses Beasley’s right to the presumption of innocence under the U.S. Constitution.
- The NBA has confirmed it is fully cooperating with federal prosecutors in the ongoing investigation.
- Negotiations on Beasley’s anticipated three-year, $42 million contract extension with the Pistons have been suspended pending the probe’s outcome.