So much for the New York Knicks swooping in and convincing Malik Beasley to join the team at a steep discount.
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, while the Orange and Blue are among the squads most seriously keeping tabs on the 28-year-old sharpshooter, he “will ultimately be seeking a deal north of the veteran minimum.” And he’s expected to get it.
If true, this effectively eliminates New York from the Beasley sweepstakes. A minimum contract is all they have to offer.
The Knicks can still try to entice him by dangling the promise of a starting spot, as well as the chance to play for a contender.