Malik Beasley Sells Jerseys on TikTok as Federal Case Continues

Former NBA player Malik Beasley sold signed jerseys for hours during a live broadcast on TikTok. Beasley, who put a significant portion of the game jerseys he wore throughout his career up for auction, also offered his jersey from his time with the Denver Nuggets for sale. He did not sell his Timberwolves jersey, citing personal plans for it.

Beasley said he would sign each buyer's jersey himself and write their name on it. The sales were made using TikTok's virtual gift system, Galaxy. Each Galaxy was reported to be worth 1,000 TikTok coins and to cost roughly 10 to 15 dollars.

Viewers' reactions were mixed. Some saw the sale as a sign of desperation and mocked Beasley's gambling history. Others said they felt sorry that one of the NBA's most famous and highest-earning players had to sell his memorabilia. The report also points to signs that Beasley's financial situation may be unstable. It is reported that he lost large sums gambling and borrowed money from a former teammate to pay off debts totaling millions of dollars. It is also reported that he has had disputes with a landlord in Detroit, a barber in Milwaukee, and a dentist in Minnesota.

Beasley's case is still ongoing. In October, his lawyer announced that his client planned to plead guilty. Beasley faces conspiracy charges related to sports bribery, wire fraud, honest services wire fraud, and money laundering. He could reportedly receive a prison sentence of several years even if he pleads guilty. The next hearing in federal court in Brooklyn will take place on December 9, and Beasley is expected to enter his plea that day.