Delonte West to face former Lakers player Michael Beasley in boxing match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:25 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Delonte West announced he will compete against former Los Angeles Lakers forward Michael Beasley in a boxing match set for October 16 in Miami, Florida. The event marks a significant moment in West's journey as he continues to address his mental health and sobriety. Mixed reactions greeted the announcement on social media, with some expressing concern while others offered support. Beasley, active in the BIG3 basketball league, previously fought in an MMA match but lost to Lance Stephenson earlier this year. This matchup comes amid West's efforts to improve his life following a challenging period involving mental health and substance abuse.
- •West to fight Beasley on October 16 in Miami.
- •Reaction to West's announcement is mixed on social media.
- •West is focusing on recovery from mental health issues.
- •Beasley is a two-time MVP in the BIG3.
- •Beasley previously lost an MMA fight to Stephenson.
- 5:25 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers news: Ex-LA forward will trade blows with Delonte West in boxing match
"What is an offseason without an intriguing update involving the Los Angeles Lakers ? Well, sort of. Former NBA guard Delonte West continues to try to improve his life and find a sense of direction amid his long struggle with mental health and substance abuse. On Instagram, he announced that he is set to face a former Lakers player in a boxing match […] The post Lakers news: Ex-LA forward will trade blows with Delonte West in boxing match appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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