{"id":123488,"date":"2025-02-12T22:20:48","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T03:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=123488"},"modified":"2025-02-12T22:21:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T03:21:28","slug":"malik-beasley-pistons-nba-history-new-record","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/02\/12\/malik-beasley-pistons-nba-history-new-record\/","title":{"rendered":"Malik Beasley Makes Pistons and NBA History With New Record"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Detroit Pistons<\/a> are heading into the All-Star break with an accomplishment they haven\u2019t achieved in 16 years. With their commanding 132-92 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday, they secured a winning record at the break for the first time since the 2008-09 season.<\/p>\n

The star of the game\u2014and perhaps the season\u2014was Malik Beasley<\/a>. In just 16 minutes of action, Beasley poured in 24 points, connecting on seven three-pointers. It was the sixth time he\u2019s hit seven or more in a game this season. Not only did Beasley break the Pistons\u2019 single-season three-point record<\/a> (previously held by Saddiq Bey<\/a> with 211 in 2021-22), but he also became just the sixth player in NBA history to hit 200+ three-pointers in four consecutive seasons.<\/p>\n

Beasley\u2019s journey to this point has been nothing short of remarkable. After limited interest during the offseason, he signed a one-year deal with the Pistons\u2014a move that has turned out to be one of the best acquisitions of the summer. His seamless fit with Detorit raises an intriguing question: could this be the beginning of a long-term partnership?<\/p>\n

Malik Beasley Makes Pistons and NBA History With New Records<\/h2>\n

Beasley and the Pistons: A Perfect Match on the Rise<\/h3>\n

One of the biggest issues for the Pistons last season was their lack of consistent three-point shooting. Addressing that weakness became a top priority for president Trajan Langdon. Enter Beasley\u2014one of the NBA\u2019s most reliable long-range shooters\u2014who was available<\/a> at just the right time.<\/p>\n

From day one, Beasley embraced his role as a scorer off the bench. Even when opportunities arose due to Jaden Ivey\u2019s<\/a> season-ending injury, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff kept Beasley in the sixth-man\/occasional-starter role. The results have been impressive, with Beasley making an impact<\/a> offensively.<\/p>\n

In 12 starts this season<\/a>, Beasley is averaging 20.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 4.7 3s. His most recent start against the Philadelphia 76ers was a masterclass, as he dropped 36 points to make up for the absence of Cade Cunningham<\/a>. Meanwhile, in 42 games off the bench<\/a>, Beasley is averaging 15.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists. Beasley\u2019s game fits perfectly with both starters and the second unit, providing crucial versatility for the Pistons’ success.<\/p>\n

Buying Into The Pistons’ New Culture<\/h3>\n

For the past 15 years, conversations about Pistons basketball often focused on failure. You heard about the 28-game losing streak, the 68-loss season, and the franchise\u2019s role as the punchline for losing. With only one winning season and two playoff appearances over that span, Detroit became known as a team where unwanted players landed or others chased big contracts without the pressure of expectations. But this year feels different. This season is about rewriting the narrative, and Beasley has been at the center of that transformation.<\/p>\n

At the start of the year, many dismissed the Pistons as one of the worst teams despite expectations for improvement. Beasley could\u2019ve seen Detroit as a temporary stop, a way to showcase his skills until a contender came calling at the trade deadline. Instead, he made it clear early on that he wanted to stay.<\/p>\n

In an era where players rarely express loyalty to struggling teams, Beasley did just that. He embraced<\/a> not only the Pistons\u2019 blue-collar, gritty style on the court but also the heart and soul of the city of Detroit itself. Beasley doesn\u2019t just want to win games\u2014he wants to help restore the Pistons\u2019 culture and build something lasting.<\/p>\n

The Last Word<\/h3>\n

Beasley\u2019s impact on the Pistons has been undeniable. From breaking records on the court to helping change the perception of a long-struggling franchise, he has become more than just a sharpshooter\u2014he\u2019s a leader and a symbol of what the new team represents. His willingness to stay, fight, and help restore the Pistons\u2019 culture is exactly what this team and city needed.<\/p>\n

As the Pistons continue their upward trajectory, Beasley\u2019s role in their resurgence will be remembered as the turning point. Now, the question is whether he fits with their future but how big a part he\u2019ll be. If this season is any indication, Beasley and the Pistons are just getting started.<\/p>\n

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