NBA veteran Patrick Beverley is known for his fiery personality and unfiltered takes… but even he was left speechless after learning about the disturbing off-court history of Hall of Famer Karl Malone.
On a recent episode of The Pat Bev Pod with Rone, Beverley was stunned to discover that Malone, nicknamed “The Mailman,” had impregnated a 13-year-old girl when he was 20 years old, a fact that has resurfaced in recent years but remains largely under-discussed in mainstream NBA circles.
“I didn’t even know this,” Beverley said, visibly shaken. “You understand what I’m saying? That’s my thing. I didn’t know this at all… And he still went to the NBA?”
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The revelation came during a casual segment where Beverley and co-host Adam Ferrone were ranking all-time NBA greats. When Malone’s name came up, Ferrone interjected with the shocking detail about Malone’s past, prompting Beverley’s raw and emotional response.
Malone’s history has long been a source of controversy. In 1983, while attending Louisiana Tech, Malone impregnated Gloria Bell, who was just 13 at the time. Their son, Demetress Bell, later played in the NFL. Despite the age difference, Malone was never charged with statutory rape, and the case was settled out of court. Malone did not have a relationship with Bell or his other children until they were adults.
The NBA has faced criticism for continuing to honor Malone publicly, including featuring him prominently during the 2023 All-Star Game in Salt Lake City. The backlash intensified when Victor Wembanyama reposted a video condemning the league’s celebration of Malone, stating that he should be held accountable for his actions.
