Malik Beasley was drafted 19th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 2016 NBA Draft. Coming out of Florida State University, Beasley was known for his sharp shooting skills, especially from long range.
In Denver, Beasley spent three and a half seasons coming off the bench. He averaged 7.4 points per game on 38.2% shooting from deep.
In 2020, Beasley was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves where he got more minutes. He averaged 15.1 points per game in three seasons with the team.
In February 2023, Minnesota decided to include Beasley as part of a trade package to the Utah Jazz for All-Star big man Rudy Gobert. His stint in Utah was short-lived though, appearing in just 55 games, averaging 13.4 points before being waived at the end of the season.
Beasley was promptly picked up by the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2023. He just played 26 games for the Lakers and was then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. So far in 15 games in the 2023-24 season, Beasley looks comfortable in his bench scorer role yet again. Putting up 10.8 points in just 26.8 minutes per game.
Malik Beasley Height
Standing at 6-foot-4 inches, Malik Beasley has good size for an NBA shooting guard. His height allows him to shoot over most defenders, see over traps, and finish through contact at the rim.
With a 38.1% career accuracy from beyond the arc, Malik Beasley has established himself as one of the NBA's best catch-and-shoot threats. In just over 400 career games played, Beasley has made 950 3-point field goals.
Malik Beasley Wingspan
Malik Beasley’s wingspan measures around 6-foot-7 inches. His long arms complement his height well, giving him an expanded reach on both ends of the court. Beasley is able to get his shot off against most defenders thanks to this wingspan, even when heavily contested.
His large reach also helps him on defense, as he can clog passing lanes and contest shots.
Over 400 NBA games played so far, Malik Beasley has a total 1,164 total rebounds in the regular season.
FAQs
A. Born on November 26, 1996, Malik Beasley is 27 years old as of November 2023.
A. According to various online sources, the net worth of Malik Beasley is estimated at around $12 million as of 2023.
A. Michael Beasley (Father) and Deena Beasley (Mother) are the parents of Malik Beasley.
A. Malik Beasley plays as a shooting guard for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA.