It appears that the Milwaukee Bucks will need to fend off some tough competition for the services of incoming unrestricted free agent Malik Beasley.
The Golden State Warriors have already been linked to a potential swoop on the 6-foot-4 shooting guard. As it turns out, the Houston Rockets could also be looking to punch their ticket for what is quickly developing into a Beasley free agency sweepstakes.
Houston Rockets Interested in Malik Beasley
It comes as no surprise that Beasley has become a coveted name in free agency. After all, the 27-year-old shot 41.3 percent from distance this past season with the Bucks on 6.9 attempts per game.
He’s an extremely dangerous weapon from beyond the arc — one that could potentially be a good fit for Houston:
“Houston has recognized the need for floor spacing and shooting this offseason, both privately and publicly, and is interested in veteran sharpshooter Malik Beasley, according to league sources.
Beasley, who is also drawing early interest from Orlando and Golden State, played the past season in Milwaukee, starting 77 games and shooting 41.3 percent from three-point range,” reported NBA insider.
In addition to the Rockets and the Warriors, the Orlando Magic are also reportedly interested in Beasley. Last season, the seven-year veteran had a $2-million contract with the Bucks, but it looks like he’ll be getting a substantial pay increase for the 2023-24 season.