Michael Beasley last played in the league in the 18-19 season. Although a return to the NBA seems bleak, the 11-year veteran never stopped hooping. He continued playing overseas in China and even became a champion. But to prove his mettle to fans at home, the former Lakers star wanted to prove himself. Once a #2 overall draft pick, he put on a clinic in a 1v1 showdown against another former star. Even Kyrie Irving, who was part of the show and made sure to give the due credit.

The battle was months in the making, as Lance Stephenson and Michael Beasley made headlines on March 21 when they announced a $100,000 1-on-1 showdown. It even got a broadcasting home in TNC 02—The Next Chapter’s pay‑per‑view channel. The former stars engaged in a back-and-forth days before the event, giving fans an

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