Michael Beasley SF FA Fri 1/26/18 1:30 AM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley logged 21 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), four rebounds and two steals in 29 minutes during Thursday's 130-118 loss to the Nuggets.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley is still showing up with big stat lines off the bench despite the return of the Knicks starters and the resurgence of Tim Hardaway Jr. He's definitely going to be more volatile in a bench role. Hardaway is by far the worst variable for Beasley, as Kristaps Porzingis and Enes Kanter still sit enough to give Beasley an ability to contribute, but Hardaway held that role for months before his injury and now the former Kansas State star is more dependent on Hardaway's usage,
Michael Beasley SF FA Wed 1/24/18 7:42 AM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley provided 21 points (8-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 35 minutes in Tuesday's 123-112 loss to the Warriors.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley drew the start for Kristaps Porzingis (knee) and went on to lead the team in scoring on the night. The veteran forward did rack up four fouls, but he still logged his fifth 30-minute-plus workload the campaign. Coupled with another red-hot shooting performance last Sunday against the Lakers, Beasley has now shot 62.5 percent (15-for-24) over the last two games and has eclipsed the 50.0 percent mark from the field in five of the last seven games. He's also posted double-digit scoring totals in seven of the last eight contests and has compiled three double-doubles overall in 11 January outings. Beasley could potentially draw another start if Porzingis is unable to suit up for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, but irrespective of where he slots on the depth chart, his high-usage role is keeping his fantasy value robust across deeper formats and as a DFS play.
Michael Beasley SF FA Tue 1/23/18 10:05 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley will start at power forward for Tuesday's tilt against the Warriors, Steve Popper of The Bergen Record reports.
EDGE Analysis
No surprise here, as it was announced earlier in the day that Kristaps Porzingis (knee) would be sidelined for the contest. Beasley will be a popular DFS play as a result, as he has thrived when given steady playing time this season. He is averaging 20.2 points and 5.3 rebounds across 27.8 minutes in six starts this season.
Michael Beasley SF FA Mon 1/15/18 11:13 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley scored 23 points (10-18 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT) while adding 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 29 minutes off the bench during Monday's 119-104 win over the Nets.
EDGE Analysis
Enes Kanter played only nine minutes on the night, affording Beasley plenty of action alongside Kristaps Porzingis in the Knicks' frontcourt, and he responded with his third double-double in the last five games. Beasley played only 25 minutes total in his prior two games, however -- games in which Tim Hardaway (leg) was healthy enough to play -- and once Hardaway is able to see a full workload every night, Beasley's role figures to shrink.
Michael Beasley SF FA Thu 1/11/18 2:15 AM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley scored a team-high 26 points (10-22 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-7 Ft) while adding 12 rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 39 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 122-119 double-overtime loss to the Bulls.
EDGE Analysis
After missing the Knicks' previous game with a minor ankle injury, it seems safe to say Beasley is healthy. The 29-year-old's improbable career resurgence continues, and he now has three double-doubles in his last six games while averaging 20.4 points, 9.4 boards, 2.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks over that stretch.
Michael Beasley SF FA Wed 1/10/18 5:54 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley (ankle) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Ian Begley of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley was only able take part in portions of Tuesday's practice, but after testing the ankle out during pregame warmups, he's now officially been given the green light to play. Look for Beasley to slot back in as one of the first frontcourt players off the bench and the Knicks aren't reporting any sort of restrictions, so it appears he'll be on a full workload. Prior to his one-game absence, Beasley had really picked up his play of late, averaging 19.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 block across 25.4 minutes in the previous five contests.
Michael Beasley SF FA Tue 1/9/18 11:40 AM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, taking some contact, and is questionable for Wednesday's tilt against the Bulls, Steve Popper of The Bergen Record reports.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley missed Sunday's game against Dallas while nursing a sprained ankle, which prompted some extra run for the likes of Lance Thomas (25 minutes) and Kyle O'Quinn (23 minutes). Though Beasley is apparently still feeling significant discomfort, the fact that he was able to take some contact at practice is an encouraging sign for his availability in regards to Wednesday's contest. More word on his status should arrive following that day's morning shootaround.
Michael Beasley SF FA Sun 1/7/18 6:10 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Steve Popper of The Bergen Record reports.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley was held out of Saturday's practice due to a sprained left ankle, and the Knicks will elect to hold out the veteran for at least one game. New York has off until Wednesday, giving Beasley another two days to recover. In his absence, look for Doug McDermott and Lance Thomas to be called upon to play more minutes on the wing Sunday.
Michael Beasley SF FA Sat 1/6/18 4:36 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley did not practice Saturday due to a sprained left ankle, Marc Berman of the New York Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley emerged from Friday's game with a left ankle issue, and the Knicks are calling him questionable for Sunday's game against the Mavs in Dallas. Look for a more definitive update following shootaround in the morning.
Michael Beasley SF FA Fri 1/5/18 11:27 PM
Michael Beasley
SF FA
Beasley tallied 20 points (8-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 23 minutes during Friday's 17-103 loss to the Heat.
EDGE Analysis
Beasley was electric off the bench once again, recording a double-double in only 23 minutes of action. He appeared to roll his ankle during the overtime period and left the game briefly before re-entering with some strapping around the ankle. He had a noticeable limp and should probably be considered questionable heading into Sunday's game in Dallas.