Malik Beasley’s NBA gambling scandal takes stunning turn as legal team confirms stance

Malik Beasley’s gambling scandal took a turn on Thursday as Shams Charania reported that the former Detroit Pistons guard is no longer a target in the FBI’s gambling probe. According to reports from June, the FBI launched a wire fraud investigation of Beasley related to gambling and prop bets.

The NBA guard has been widely criticized on social media since these reports emerged. After months of investigations, Beasley is no longer a target for law enforcement.

“Malik Beasley’s attorneys told ESPN that they had extensive conversations and meetings with the Eastern District of New York and were informed Beasley is not being considered the target after allegations regarding gambling,” Charania wrote on Instagram.

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Now that he has been cleared, Beasley is expected to generate significant interest in free agency, being one of the league’s top shooters last season.

Malik Beasley sends clear message on Snapchat after being cleared in gambling probe

It has been a difficult few months for Malik Beasley as he faced harsh criticism and went unclaimed by any teams amid his gambling investigation. After he was cleared on Thursday, Beasley posted a clear message on his Snapchat story:

“Today is going to be a movie.”

Beasley finished the 2024-25 season, making 82 appearances for the Detroit Pistons. He averaged 16.3 points and 2.6 rebounds, shooting 43% including 41.6% from 3-point range. Considering he was one of the best 3-point shooters in the league last season, it was surprising to see him on the market for such an extended period.

It is likely that teams around the league were not willing to take a chance on the star guard while he was still under investigation. Regardless, it should not take long for Beasley to be back in the NBA with his legal troubles behind him.

His last contract was a one-year, $6 million deal, making him an affordable option at this stage of free agency. The 28-year-old guard should be an attractive option to many teams looking to add more shooting to their lineup.

Beasley has previously played for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz, LA Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks.

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