Michael Beasley

Date of Birth: January 9, 1989

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Michael Paul Beasley Jr. is an American professional basketball player known for his versatile scoring ability and impressive athleticism. Born on January 9, 1989, in Cheverly, Maryland, Beasley has had a dynamic career spanning various teams in the NBA and international leagues. He played college basketball for the Kansas State Wildcats, where he was a consensus first-team All-American and Big 12 Player of the Year in 2008. Beasley declared for the NBA draft after his freshman year and was selected as the second overall pick by the Miami Heat in the 2008 NBA Draft. Throughout his career, Beasley has played for several NBA teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, and New York Knicks. Despite his undeniable talent, Beasley’s career has been marred by off-court issues and inconsistencies in performance, which have prevented him from fully realizing his potential. Nonetheless, he has shown flashes of brilliance and remains a respected figure in basketball circles. In addition to his NBA stints, Beasley has also played in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) for the Shanghai Sharks and Guangdong Southern Tigers.

5 Interesting Facts about Michael Beasley

1. Michael Beasley was named the Big 12 Player of the Year in 2008 during his only season at Kansas State.

2. He scored an impressive 28 double-doubles during his freshman season in college, tying the record for the most double-doubles by a freshman in NCAA history.

3. Beasley has played for multiple teams in the NBA as well as internationally in China, showcasing his global basketball appeal.

4. He once scored a career-high 42 points in an NBA game while playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Sacramento Kings in 2010.

5. Beasley has been involved in various charitable activities, including hosting free basketball clinics for underprivileged youth.