Supercool Beas

A new start in Minnesota

No sooner than I speak on Michael Beasley he blows up for a career-high 42 points and leads the T'Wolves to a win over the Kings. "Supercool Beas," the moniker tatted on his back, got loose for a memorable breakout game that suggests he does have what it takes to live up to his No. 2 overall pick status.

Beasley shot 17-31 from the floor, collected nine rebounds and shined hope on what looks like another dismal Timberwolves season. His previous career-high was 30 points.

Drafted second by Miami at 19, Beasley made some youthful mistakes and suffered some consequences. A couple dust-ups with marijuana, a couple ill-fated Twitter posts and a reported trip to rehab. A lot can happen to a 19-year old with millions of dollars on South Beach.

All of those things are now in the past, including the Miami lifestyle and spotlight that accompanies the Heat everywhere they go. In the Land of 10,000 Lakes Beasley can truly begin his career. The abundance of playing time available in Minnesota will help his development playing the 3 and 4 positions.

"He's playing small forward but is probably more comfortable playing power forward," head coach Kurt Rambis said. "He's got a great human spirit about him. He has an enthusiasm for the game, a passion for life."

Beasley will continue to improve and grow as a person and player. Let's not chalk him up as a bust just yet. And maybe the T'Wolves won't finish with the worst record of all-time.