He was named the 2011 Gatorade National High School Player of the Year after his senior season in which he averaged 32.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.7 steals. In praising Beal's success, Nelly said 'He's a testament to good upbringing, strong parents, determination and work.' The 'Real Deal' attended and played basketball at Chaminade College Preparatory School in St. Hip hop legend Nelly used to walk Beal to school. Both of Beal's parents played sports at Kentucky State. He is the son of Bobby and Besta Beal and has four brothers, all of whom played college football.

Read Past Outlooksīradley Emmanuel Beal was born in 1993 in St. Regardless, Beal should remain a popular selection around rounds four and five. The All-Star has played just 52 games per year over the past four, and it's hurt his fantasy value. An overarching concern with Beal is his inability to stay on the court. The scoring will undoubtedly creep closer to 20 points per game with Booker and Durant taking so many shots, but an increase in assists and efficiency is expected. He also shot 47.4 percent from the field and 85.7 percent from the free-throw line. As the focal point of the offense in Washington over the last four years, Beal averaged 27.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.1 steals. Being a point guard on a team with Durant and Booker is a godsend for your fantasy value, and it's possible Beal sets a career high in assists.

That's a ton of offensive pieces to battle for shots with, but it's been stated that Beal is expected to be the starting point guard for the Suns. Phoenix made one of the biggest offseason splashes by acquiring this sharpshooter, adding him to a core of Devin Booker and Kevin Durant.

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