Yardbarker: Michael Beasley

Beasley Shows Why Summer League Games Mean Nothing

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:59:54 -0500

Over the span of two days and two games, Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley proved summer league games, in the grand scheme of things, mean little to nothing.

Michael Beasley vs. Kevin Love, by the numbers

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:19:06 -0500

I'm not advocating anyone taking Kevin Love over Michael Beasley, but take a look at these measurements from the draft combine: Michael Beasley, Kansas State Height: 6'7" (6'8 1/2" in shoes) Wingspan: 7'0 1/4" Standing Reach: 8'11" Body Fat: 7.7% Vertical Jump (no step): 30" Vertical Jump (max): 35" Bench Press: 19 Lane Agility: 11.06 3/4 Court Sprint: 3.24 Kevin Love, UCLA Height: 6'7 3/4" (6'9 1/2") Wingspa...

A dilly of a pickle

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 08:31:02 -0500

Michael Beasley ponders if he should go pro. His decision may surprise you.

Beasley to the NBA

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:49:14 -0500

Kansas State's All-American freshman announced Monday that he will skip his final three seasons to enter the June 26 NBA draft, where he could be the No. 1 overall pick.

NCAA: Next Years Top Class

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 08:49:55 -0500

As Michael Beasley is calling a press conference Monday evening to presumably announce his jump to the next level that got me thinking what about next years class of top freshman and who we'll be watching come March. www.rawsportsblog.com

3 Big Reasons Why Michael Beasley Will Never Reach His Potential

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:06:19 -0500

Michael Beasley has loads of potential, but it is doubtful he will reach it. Here are three reasons.

Early Rumor: Derrick Rose To Sign With Arn Tellem

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:25:51 -0500

Darren Rovell reports that Memphis standout Freshman guard, Derrick Rose, will sign with WMG agent, Arn Tellem. I recently discussed that NBA Early Entries will start to select agents right about now, and if Rose officially picks Tellem for representation, he will not disappoint. Well, at least he won't disappoint me. I never thought that I had a chance at landing Derrick, but another Rose may be upset that he won't be raking any commission off of the top 5 pick in this year's draft. On the day of the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship game, I hypothesized which Kansas and Memphis players would sign with which agents. Based on the fact that no particular agent has had a grasp on the Memphis Tigers program in the recent past coupled with William Wesley's deep connections with John Calipari, Derrick Rose, and agent, Leon Rose, it seemed like Derrick was destined to go with Leon and his agency, CAA. If Darren Rovell's report is correct, then I am a little shocked. Leon Rose could still end up scoring Chris Douglas-Roberts, but I imagine that he had his sights first-and-foremost on the kid who he shares a last name with. On a side-note, I have to disagree with Rovell about something. I don't think Derrick Rose, with all of his talent, ends up being the #1 pick. The #1 pick will be Michael Beasley, case closed.

The Wash Up

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:09:03 -0500

Net Gain A new era is beginning in Australia this weekend. The first professional women's league for any team sport will commence on Saturday. Most of you are thinking basketball, but in fact it's one of Australia's biggest sports- Netball. 10 teams from Australia and New Zealand, the world's two best coutries, will be vying for the title in the inaugural season of the ANZ Championship. The league will be in full swing, having all of their games broadcast live in Fox Sports. In the initial season, the salary cap will be set at $268,000. This will be spread over 12 players, with the minimum contract being worth $12,000. [Search for the first million-dollar babe starts here] While this is a small amount, it's a step in the right direction for a league that had been suffering in recent years, with players often having to pay their way to compete. What will interesting is to see how high the profile of netballers will increase. There are already some household names. Liz Ellis, who recently retired, had media commitments in the latter stage of her career. Irene Van Dyk from NZ has endorsements off the court too. She is believed to be earning over $100,000. Flamini talks hits a hurdle Contract talks have broken down with promising midfielder Matthieu Flamini. The 23 year old is currently reportedly on ?1m and was offered twice that for his new contract. In a sport where stars receive much more, it will be interesting to see whether Arsenal fight to retain the star, especially with Italian powerhouses Juventus and Milan waiting to swoop. [Juve & Milan Fighting over Flamini] Luck of the Irish Late last week the top 10 Irish sports stars list was released. On first thought, one might think that a soccer player would head the list. But alas, it is former F1 driver Eddie Irvine. He has amassed a net worth of an estimated ?245m, with less than 25% of that being made from F1. [The Rich List Sports Stars] In second place is former soccer player turned manager Roy Keane, on ?73m. Of the current list, there is quite a broad breakdown. 2 in Motor Sport, 3 in Golf, 4 in Soccer and even a Jockey. No measly amount for Beasley Remember this time last year, prior to the NBA Draft, how figures were being thrown around about how much the top draft picks would earn? Well, then look no further than Michael Beasley. The Kansas State player is on top of everyone's mock drafts, and Darren Rovell over at CNBC predicts a big future for him. [Sportsbiz] Class of '04 - Who will make the cut? Staying on basketball, the NBA draftees on 2004 are coming to the end of their rookie contracts, and Sports Illustrated has done a great job of dissecting these player's contracts and whether they'll be playing at their original teams next year. Also, Gilbert Arenas still wants to opt out of the last year of his contract, for less pay? [Arenas will take pay cut to return to Wizards]

NCAA Tournament Round 2 Predictions and Picks

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 21:04:25 -0500

Heading into the Second Round of 2008 NCAA Tournament, FIO staff writer Dan Mesday releases his picks for the regional games. Included, find Mesday's personal bracket, as well as some interesting commentary on each match-up. Also find a recap of Days 1 and 2 from the First Round.

Five Things the Miami Heat Are Doing Right

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:14:04 -0500

The Miami Heat, in their efforts to win the Michael Beasley sweepstakes, lost to the Toronto Raptors 96-54 in the lowest scoring output in Miami Heat history. Fortunately, it's not all bad news for the Miami Heat. Here are five positive things you can find in the Miami Heat's dismal season.

College Basketball: 5th ranked Texas holds off K-State and Beasley

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:17:08 -0500

Future #1 draft pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, Michael Beasley, continues to show why he is the leading candidate for Player of the Year. Last night against the 5th ranked Texas Longhorns Beasley put up a game high 30 points and 15 rebounds, that kid can score on anyone. However, Beasley was once again not enough as the Kansas State Wildcats lost to the Longhorns 74-65.

College Basketball: Beasley scores 44 points in Kansas State loss

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 11:15:20 -0500

Michael Beasley is going to be the first player drafted in the 2008 NBA Draft, but even he can't carry a team by himself. Despite Beasley putting up a Big 12 record 44 points the #25 Kansas State Wildcats lost to the Baylor Bears 92-86 last night in Waco, Texas.

The Best Freshman Class Ever?

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:33:16 -0500

By no means is Michael Beasley playing in anonymity. His Kansas State Wildcats have been featured on national television several times and most avid sports fans know his name by this point. With that being said, he is still not getting the credit that his numbers deserve, and neither is the rest of this crop of unbelievable freshman.

Shooting for Six

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 23:58:18 -0500

Tonight is the night for Michael Beasley to take over in the national spotlight in Madison Square Garden, one of the biggest stages possible. The 6'10" freshman phenom comes into tonight's contest averaging 26 points and 15 rebounds and let's be serious