About
Biography
Malik Beasley, born on November 26, 1996, in Atlanta, Georgia, is a professional basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA). After playing college basketball for the Florida State Seminoles, Beasley declared for the NBA Draft and was selected 19th overall by the Denver Nuggets in 2016. His early career saw limited playing time, impacting his scoring averages in his first two seasons.
Beasley's performance improved significantly during the 2018-2019 NBA season, where he averaged 11.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, becoming an integral part of the Nuggets' rotation. His shooting proficiency, particularly from beyond the arc, and notable athleticism marked him as a rising star within the league. Beasley continued to showcase his scoring ability and versatility in the following seasons, contributing to his teams' successes and earning a reputation for being a reliable perimeter threat.
In March 2020, Beasley was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he solidified his role as a key player by averaging over 20 points per game in the 2020-2021 season. With a combination of speed, shooting, and basketball IQ, Beasley has established himself as an influential player in the league, contributing to the evolving landscape of modern basketball. His career continues to be watched closely as he develops further in the competitive environment of the NBA.
Quick Facts
Stats
Season Log
| Season | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | DET | 82 | 16.3 | 2.6 | 1.7 |
| 2023/24 | MIL | 79 | 11.3 | 3.7 | 1.4 |
| 2022/23 | UTA | 55 | 13.4 | 3.6 | 1.7 |
| 2021/22 | MIN | 79 | 12.1 | 2.9 | 1.5 |
| 2020/21 | MIN | 37 | 19.6 | 4.4 | 2.4 |
| 2019/20 | DEN | 41 | 7.9 | 1.9 | 1.2 |
| 2018/19 | DEN | 81 | 11.3 | 2.5 | 1.2 |
| 2017/18 | DEN | 62 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 0.5 |
| 2016/17 | DEN | 22 | 3.8 | 0.8 | 0.5 |
Awards
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