Michael Beasley Warns Ex-NFL Star to Back Off as Joe Johnson Feud Threatens to Escalate

Tempers are flaring in the world of ex-NBA stars, and Michael Beasley is making it clear he’s had enough of outside interference. As Beasley’s frustration boils over, it’s Joe Johnson who finds himself caught in the crossfire, with a stern warning issued and the stage set for a potential high-stakes showdown.

The roots of this tension run deeper than just competitive fire. While fans may recall Beasley’s $100,000 one-on-one triumph over Lance Stephenson—where his postgame rants became instant internet fodder—the real drama has shifted to his next potential opponent, Joe Johnson. What most don’t know is that Beasley’s irritation isn’t just about basketball; it’s about respect and who gets to speak on his behalf.

Beasley’s latest outburst came after former NFL star Chad Johnson, on a podcast, claimed he would handle all the talking to Beasley, suggesting Joe Johnson should just focus on playing. “Ochocinco, you keep saying my f—— name, say it to me… Come on… Line it the f— up… Million dollars. You know where the f— I’m at,” Beasley fumed, making it clear he doesn’t want Ochocinco meddling in his business. He later confirmed, “It’s just my name,” pinpointing the real source of his anger.

Now, the warning wasn’t just a rant. Beasley’s message to Joe Johnson was pointed: “Joe, you, my man… But your n—-‘s doing a lot of talking… Get healthy… I’m on your f—— a–. Everything I’m gonna do to you is Ocho’s fault.” This isn’t just about settling a score on the court; it’s about shutting down a narrative that Michael Beasley feels is being hijacked by outsiders.

Their rivalry has already spilled onto the court in the 2025 BIG3 season. In Baltimore, Iso Joe led Detroit Amps with 29 points, while Beasley put up 17 for Miami 305 in a narrow 50-47 loss. Both are decorated—Johnson with over 20,000 NBA points and seven All-Star nods, Beasley a two-time CBA All-Star MVP—but now, pride and reputation are on the line.

With Ice Cube hinting that the ultimate showdown could happen in the BIG3 playoffs, Beasley’s motivation is clear: he’s not just out to beat Joe Johnson—he’s determined to silence Chad Johnson once and for all. However, there are other names on the list that seemingly pose a challenge to Beasley, and he wants to cut them off.

Michael Beasley’s bold challenge to Carmelo Anthony and the iconic response

Carmelo Anthony’s resume speaks for itself. A pure bucket-getter with a Hall of Fame legacy, he’s earned his place among the NBA’s elite. But not everyone is convinced they’d fall short against him on the court. Michael Beasley certainly isn’t. While chatting on N3on’s stream, streamer Adin Ross mentioned Melo as one of his all-time favorites. That’s when Beasley jumped in with zero hesitation: “I would bust his a–.”

It didn’t take long for the clip to get some buzz. On 7 PM In Brooklyn, co-host Kazeem Famuyide brought it up, clearly intrigued. And Melo? He didn’t flinch. “I’m not losing a one-on-one game, bro. I’m not. I’ve never lost a one-on-one game,” he declared, making it known that his pride in his one-on-one record isn’t up for debate.

Still, Melo wasn’t dismissive. He showed love for Beasley’s game, acknowledging his skills, but made it clear he won’t be taking that challenge. When Iman Shumpert joked that he might be next, Melo doubled down: “Nah, I’m retired, man… Do not send them n——- over there.” That said, a Beasley vs. Joe Johnson matchup? Melo seemed all in on watching that one unfold. And now with tensions all flared up after Chad Johnson’s involvement, the matchup could be even more exciting.