Imagine working your heart out for a team, only to feel like you’re just another name on a list. That’s what happened to Michael Beasley with the Knicks in 2018. While juggling a solid season and caring for his sick mom nearby, Beasley hoped to stay in New York—close to family and a coach who believed in him. Instead, the Knicks offered him a lowball deal and gave his dream contract to someone else. The move forced him across the country, away from his mom in her final months. How much should teams consider a player’s personal life? #Sports #Basketball #NBA