Topic / Subject
Per Shams Charania, free agent Malik Beasley signed to play for the Santurce Crabbers in Puerto Rico’s BSN, a team owned by Bad Bunny, while an NBA gambling investigation continues.

TL;DR
Beasley is getting game reps and visibility in Puerto Rico, but the bigger storyline is still the unresolved NBA investigation clouding his return path.

Key Details

• Per ESPN, Beasley signed a deal to play for the Santurce Crabbers in Puerto Rico’s BSN, owned by Bad Bunny.
• ESPN reports the BSN season begins in March.
• ESPN reports Beasley remains under NBA investigation tied to gambling-related allegations, and that the league has been cooperating with a federal investigation.
• Contract terms (salary, length, exit clauses) were not disclosed in the reporting.
• The timing and outcome of the NBA investigation are not publicly set.

Breakdown
On the basketball side, this is a straightforward “stay active” move. Playing in BSN gives Beasley a real stage, keeps him in rhythm, and puts fresh tape out there while he waits for the NBA’s process to play out.

On the storyline side, the Puerto Rico signing doesn’t replace the NBA question, it just fills the calendar. Teams can watch him play, but front offices will still want clarity on the investigation before making any serious commitment.

And yes, the Bad Bunny ownership angle guarantees the spotlight. That can be great for exposure, but it also means every moment gets amplified while the investigation remains unresolved.

What to Watch Next

• Any public update on the NBA investigation timeline or outcome.
• Whether Beasley’s deal includes an exit clause if an NBA opportunity opens.
• How BSN performance affects interest once NBA decision-makers have more clarity.

Sources
ESPN — “Free agent Beasley signs with Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rican team”
Shams Charania — report (headline not provided)
Yahoo Sports — report (headline not provided)

Comment
Does a high-profile Puerto Rico stint help Beasley’s NBA comeback case, or is the investigation the only thing that matters?