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Charles Beasley

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PositionPower forward
Height / weight1.96 m / 86 kg
Born23 Sept 1945 (69 years)
NationalityUnited States flagUnited States
NicknameCharlie

Charlie Beasley was an American professional basketball player who played in the American Basketball Association. He was drafted into the National Basketball Association by the Cincinnati Royals.

Player Profile

Charles P. Beasley was born on September 23, 1945, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, USA. He passed away on April 11, 2015, in McKinney, Texas.

He stood 196 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 86 kg. He shot right and played both forward and guard positions throughout his career.

High School and College Career

Beasley attended Fair Park High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. He then played college basketball at Southern Methodist University from 1964 to 1967, where he was a standout player.

During his collegiate career, he helped lead the Mustangs to three consecutive Southwest Conference championships (1965, 1966, 1967) and three NCAA Tournament appearances.

Professional Career

Selected 74th overall by the Cincinnati Royals in the 1967 NBA Draft, Beasley instead played professionally in the American Basketball Association.

He spent most of his career with the Dallas/Texas Chaparrals (1967-1971) before concluding his professional career with The Floridians in 1971.

In total, he appeared in 281 ABA games.

Career Highlights:

  • 1965-1967 - Southwest Conference Champion (3x)
  • 1966-1967 - All-SWC First Team (2x)

Charles P. Beasley FAQ

When Was Charles P. Beasley Drafted into the NBA?

He was drafted in 1967, 7th round, 74th overall pick by the Cincinnati Royals.

How many ABA Teams did Charles P. Beasley Play in the ABA?

Charles P. Beasley played for two ABA teams: the Dallas/Texas Chaparrals and The Floridians.

When and where was Charles P. Beasley born?

He was born on September 23, 1945, in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

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