John Beasley
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| Position | Small forward |
| Height / weight | 2.06 m / 102 kg |
| Born | 5 Feb 1944 (78 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
John Beasley was an American professional basketball player who played seven seasons in the American Basketball Association. He has played for the Dallas Chaparrals and the Utah Stars. He was drafted into the National Basketball Association by the Baltimore Bullets but never played in the NBA.
Player Profile
John Michael Beasley was born on February 5, 1944, in Texarkana, Texas, USA, and passed away on November 23, 2022.He stood 206 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 102 kg. He played forward and center throughout his career.
High School and College Career
Beasley attended Linden-Kildare High School in Linden, Texas.He then played college basketball at Texas A&M University from 1963 to 1966, where he was named Southwest Conference Player of the Year twice (1965, 1966).
Professional Career
Selected 45th overall by the Baltimore Bullets in the 1966 NBA Draft, Beasley never played in the NBA.He began his professional career with the Phillips 66ers and briefly played for the Allentown Jets before joining the Dallas Chaparrals of the ABA in 1967.
He spent four seasons with the Chaparrals before playing his final three seasons with the Utah Stars.
Throughout his ABA career, he scored 6,909 points and grabbed 4,257 rebounds.
Career Highlights:
- 1968-1970 - ABA All-Star (3x)
- 1969 - ABA All-Star Game MVP
- 1968, 1969 - All-ABA Second Team (2x)
- 1965, 1966 - Southwest Conference Player of the Year (2x)
John Michael Beasley FAQ
When Was John Michael Beasley Drafted into the NBA?
He was drafted in 1966, 5th round, 45th overall pick by the Baltimore Bullets, but never played in the NBA.
How many ABA Teams did John Michael Beasley Play in the ABA?
Beasley played for two ABA teams: the Dallas/Texas Chaparrals and Utah Stars.
When and where was John Michael Beasley born?
He was born on February 5, 1944, in Texarkana, Texas.