Former NBA forward Michael Beasley is making waves again with a bold statement, this time challenging 10-time All-Star Carmelo Anthony. During a recent live stream with influencer Adin Ross, Beasley confidently declared he could beat Anthony in a one-on-one game without breaking a sweat.
The challenge came after Ross mentioned Anthony as his favorite player. Beasley, famous for his outspoken nature, didn’t hold back and insisted he could handle the NBA veteran easily. This follows Beasley’s earlier claim on the same stream that he beat Lebron James in past one-on-one matchups.
“I’ll bust Melo’s a**,” Beasley said, sparking many reactions online. Anthony did not respond to his challenge. The NBA star, who retired in 2023 and now works as an analyst for the NBA, appeared unfazed. He’s enjoying a vacation in Macau with his son and was spotted dining with soccer icon David Beckham.
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Beasley recently beat Lance Stephenson in a one-on-one game. Once a rising star in the league, Beasley’s career took a hit due to legal troubles, including drug-related issues. But now he is desperately trying to make a comeback in the limelight.
Michael Beasley’s Claim Against Lebron James
Beasley recently stirred controversy by claiming he beat Lebron James in a one-on-one game, even suggesting it was a blowout during a livestream with Adin Ross. “Yeah. I mean, the story is told wrong,” he said before stating the score was “9 to 11.”
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Michael Beasley says he “blew out” LeBron James in their 1v1 basketball game
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Despite Beasley’s bold statement, there is no concrete evidence of the matchup, and James never addressed it. Beasley, once known for his isolation skills, is currently out of the NBA. Meanwhile, James continues to dominate the all-time scoring list with over 50,000 career points, though critics still question his offensive style heading into year 23.
Beasley’s confidence in his one-on-one skills continues to make headlines, even if his NBA career has faded. His boldness keeps him in the conversation, but the claims remain in the air without proof.
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