Malik Beasley, a guard for the Detroit Pistons, is under investigation by the United States District Attorney's office concerning potential gambling related to NBA games. His attorney stressed that an investigation doesn't imply charges, emphasizing Beasley's presumption of innocence. Following these developments, contract negotiations for a lucrative three-year, $42 million deal have been put on hold. Beasley had a standout season, averaging 16.3 points over 82 games, but this legal situation may affect his future with the team.
"An investigation is not a charge," Beasley's attorney, Steve Haney, told ESPN. "Malik is afforded the same right of the presumption of innocence as anyone else under the U.S. constitution. As of now he has not been charged with anything."
Beasley, 28, and the Pistons were in talks to sign a new three-year, $42 million contract to bring the free agent sharpshooter back to Detroit but now talks are on pause, sources said.
The nine-year veteran averaged 16.3 points while appearing in all 82 games last season, his first with the Pistons.
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