The Pistons stated on Sunday that they are aware of an investigation into Beasley and are deferring further comment to the NBA.
Malik Beasley of Detroit Pistons Faces Federal Gambling InvestigationInnocent until proven guilty, says Beasley’s attorney
Malik Beasley of Detroit Pistons Faces Federal Gambling Investigation. “Malik is afforded the same right of the presumption of innocence as anyone else under the U.S. Constitution. As of now, he has not been charged with anything.” Malik Beasley of Detroit Pistons Faces Federal Gambling InvestigationBeasley’s one-year contract with the Pistons came to an end and he is currently an unrestricted free agent. The news could derail contract negotiations for a renewal of his deal in Detroit. The Pistons were reportedly ready to offer the nine-year veteran a 3-year contract worth $42 million.
Malik Beasley of Detroit Pistons Faces Federal Gambling InvestigationPotential penalty for Beasley
Federal charges, including wire fraud and transmitting betting information, could result in Beasley facing up to 20 years in prison, as well as a lifetime ban by the NBA.
Last year, former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter was given a lifetime ban by the NBA after a league investigation found he disclosed confidential information to sports bettors and wagered on games.
Porter is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to a federal conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Prosecutors have recommended a prison sentence of between 41 to 51 months, but the judge could give up to 20 years.
Beasley is no stranger to criminal investigations. In 2020, he pleaded guilty to a felony charge of threats of violence and was sentenced to 120 days in jail, which he served after the 2020-21 season in which he played for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was also suspended for 12 games by the NBA in 2021 as a result of the charges.
He played one more season for the Timberwolves before switching to the Utah Jazz in 2022 and has since played for the Lakers, Bucks, and Pistons for one season each.
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