Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley is no longer classified as a target in the federal gambling investigation led by the Eastern District of New York, but he remains under scrutiny, according to Front Office Sports.
Prosecutors recently informed Beasley’s attorneys that their client is not considered a target, which the Department of Justice defines as someone prosecutors expect to charge. However, Beasley is still listed as a “subject,” meaning his conduct remains under review and potential charges cannot be ruled out.
“Months after this investigation commenced, Malik remains uncharged and is not the target of this investigation,” attorney Steve Haney told ESPN. “An allegation with no charge, indictment or conviction should never have the catastrophic consequence this has caused Malik.”
The probe reportedly centers on suspicious betting activity flagged by sportsbooks during Beasley’s time with the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2023–24 season. At least one major U.S. operator detected irregularities involving player prop bets in games Beasley played.
While the 28-year-old guard has not been charged, the investigation cast uncertainty over his free agency status this summer. Detroit had been in discussions on a three-year, $42 million extension before negotiations were halted amid the federal inquiry.
Beasley is coming off his strongest season in the NBA. He averaged 16.3 points per game while shooting 41.6 percent from beyond the arc in 82 regular-season appearances for the Pistons.
His perimeter shooting helped Detroit finish 44–38, earning its first playoff berth since 2019. In the postseason, he added 14.0 points per contest and connected on 3.3 threes per game across six outings.
Beasley signed a one-year, $6 million deal with Detroit in 2024 after stints with Denver, Minnesota, Utah, Los Angeles, and Milwaukee. His ability to stretch the floor has made him one of the most sought-after shooters on the market, but the unresolved investigation has delayed long-term commitments.
League officials and the Pistons are monitoring developments closely as training camp approaches. Until prosecutors officially close the case, Beasley’s future remains unsettled despite no longer being labeled a primary target.
