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Caron Butler plans to mentor Phoenix Suns wildchild Michael Beasley

Found August 23, 2013 on Players View:
PLAYERS: Caron Butler,  Michael Beasley
TEAMS: Phoenix Suns

Michael Beasley’s recent arrest on marijuana-related charges was just another incident that has marred his career as a rising star in the NBA.

Beasley has spit in the face of the opportunity that he was afforded as a former No.2 draft pick.

One person that is talking about Beasley  is 33-year-old forward Caron Butler.

The journeyman was traded to Phoenix from the Los Angeles Clippers as part of the package deal for Eric Bledsoe.

Butler discussed what he will do to help Beasley become a better player and most importantly a better man.

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