Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 09/01/1989 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Cheverly, Maryland, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Michael Beasley
24/05/2026
Beasley took part in a viral influencer MMA bout against former NBA forward Lance Stephenson under the Brand Risk Promotion banner. Stephenson won by submission in under two minutes, a result that drew wide attention in basketball media.
19/05/2026
Kansas State announced that Michael Beasley would play for its alumni team, Purple Reign, at the 2026 The Basketball Tournament in July. The event features a $2 million prize pool, and Beasley hopes to help his alma mater capture the title.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Michael Paul Beasley Jr. is an American former professional basketball forward who played eleven NBA seasons for seven teams, most notably the Miami Heat. He was the second overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft after one college season at Kansas State. He later played in China's CBA, the BIG3 league, and returned to the Shanghai Sharks in 2022. He has since moved into exhibition play and media appearances, including a 2026 MMA bout. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
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| Weight | 235 lbs (approx. 107 kg) |
| Position | Small Forward / Power Forward |
| Shooting Hand | Left-handed (ambidextrous) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Notre Dame Preparatory School, Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
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| College | Kansas State University (2007–2008) |
Career
| Draft | Selected second overall by the Miami Heat in the 2008 NBA Draft |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is regarded as one of the best freshman college basketball players of the 2000s. | |
| 2. He played AAU basketball for the PG Jaguars and later for DC Assault. | |
| 3. He attended six different high schools during his high school years. | |
| 4. He was waived by the Phoenix Suns in 2013 after a marijuana possession arrest. | |
| 5. He has said he regrets ending his NBA career at around age 30 and believes he could have been an MVP with more freedom in Miami. |
