Beasley’s still got value!

Minnesota Timberwolves
forward Michael Beasley.

While Minnesota Timberwolves forward Michael Beasley hasn’t quite attained the superstar status that is worthy of being the second overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, the now, fourth-year scorer did have a surprisingly solid season for the T-Wolves a year ago – and still holds plenty of trade value despite his on-court shortcomings.

Recent reports say the Los Angeles Lakers are one of several teams that may or may not be interested in the sweet-shooting former Big 12 Player of the Year. Supposedly, L.A. was already interested in adding Beasley before the season began and I believe the move would be a good addition – if they don’t give up the wrong player or two in return.

Beasley averaged 19.2 points per game last season and has never played fewer that the 73 games he played in a year ago. Beasley’s scoring average has increased in each of his three years in the league, so it’s quite possible that the once, highly-coveted collegiate superstar could still evolve into a more consistent perennial all-star.

Whether the Lakers acquire Beasley or not, one thing’s for sure … time will tell just how good Beasley turns out to be!