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Malik Beasley Under Federal Probe Over NBA Gambling Allegations

Free-agency talks are suspended pending resolution of the federal probe.

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May 1, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) loose the ball in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks during game six of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The U.S. District Attorney’s Office is investigating allegations that Beasley gambled on NBA games and prop bets during the 2023–24 season.
  • Sportsbooks detected unusually heavy wagering on Beasley’s statistics when he played for the Milwaukee Bucks, triggering federal scrutiny.
  • The NBA and Detroit Pistons have confirmed they are cooperating with prosecutors in the ongoing inquiry.
  • Beasley remains uncharged and his attorney emphasizes that he is entitled to the presumption of innocence.
  • Negotiations on a proposed three-year, $42 million contract with the Pistons have been put on hold until the investigation concludes.