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LOOK: Malik Beasley Goes Unbothered In Social Media Post As Gambling Investigation Looms 12 May 1, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) fires up the crowd in the first half 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

Malik Beasley Goes Unbothered In Social Media Post As Gambling Investigation Looms

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Dan Agulto | Last updated Jul 1, 2025 1:37 PM ET

Malik Beasley, guard for the Detroit Pistons, is being investigated by federal authorities. There’s suspicion that he may have placed bets on NBA games—possibly even on himself.

This all started when a sportsbook flagged strange betting activity before a game on January 31 vs. the Blazers. Odds for Beasley to record under 2.5 rebounds shifted big-time before tipoff. That got attention. Officials took notice. Now it’s a full-blown federal look.

As of now, no charges. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of New York is running the investigation. Beasley’s attorney, Steve Haney, says he’s cooperating fully.

“He hasn’t been charged with anything,” Haney said. “He’s entitled to due process.”

You wouldn’t know anything was going on by looking at Beasley’s socials. Just recently, he shared a gym video—music up, getting shots up, nothing in the caption. Just business. No stress showing.

Last season, Beasley averaged 16.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game while shooting 41.6% from three-point range and 43% overall in 82 games.

Pistons Put Malik Beasley Contract Talks on Hold

Before the investigation hit the news, Malik Beasley and the Pistons were reportedly close to a new deal—three years, $42 million. That’s now on ice, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Last season, Beasley gave the Pistons solid minutes. Almost 12 points a game, over 40% from deep. More than the numbers, he gave them some leadership—a veteran in a young room.

LOOK: Malik Beasley Goes Unbothered In Social Media Post As Gambling Investigation Looms 13 Apr 27, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) defends against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the first quarter of game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Now though? His situation is murky.

People can’t help but bring up Jontay Porter. The league banned him for life back in April for betting-related violations. Beasley’s not in that boat yet—but when names start getting mentioned together, you know it’s serious.

LOOK: Malik Beasley Goes Unbothered In Social Media Post As Gambling Investigation Looms 14 Apr 24, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) and New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) go for the rebound in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

While the Pistons are expected to bring Malik along with Tim Hardaway Jr., recent developments on Beasley may have just put a stop to it. Because of this, the Pistons may opt to let Beasley go into free agency.

For now, everything’s stuck. His contract. His role. Maybe even his whole career.

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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