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Beasley hasn't fired agent, but admits to disagreements
Beasley hasn't fired agent, but admits to disagreements
A rift between Heat rookie Michael Beasley and agent Joel Bell over endorsement deals could have the second overall draft pick searching for new representation. Beasley confirmed Sunday he has had disagreements with Bell but denied reports that he has reached out to other agents.
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  • Ryne Nelson Ryne Nelson
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    From other reports, it seems like Beasley's just playing dumb. There's no question he was unhappy with his agent.
    Posted 9/15/2008 respond (flag)
  • And One And One
    +2
    Admitting your problem is the first step . . .
    Posted 9/15/2008 respond (flag)
    • AEM AEM
      +1

      Admitting that you have to pay someone with no athletic abilities so much money is the second step (lol)

      AEM

      Posted 9/15/2008 respond (flag)
  • daddycane daddycane
    +2
    This is all Miami needs is another distraction to start the season....
    Posted 9/15/2008 respond (flag)
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