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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sixers waive ex-Arkansas standout Ricky Council IV after two seasons
Aside from selecting VJ Edgecombe with the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers have had a relatively quiet summer after finishing with a 24-58 record last season. Philadelphia opened up another roster spot Friday, trimming the team down to 13 players. To clear that second-to-last spot, the Sixers waived swingman Ricky Council IV, according to Adam Aaronson of Council's salary for next season was set to become guaranteed Jan. 10, and despite a lackluster sophomore season with Philadelphia, it wouldn't be surprising to see him garner interest on the open market. MORE: Former 76ers guard drawing interest from Golden State in free agency After going undrafted in 2023, the 23-year-old began his NBA career on a two-way contract with the 76ers. However, he was eventually promoted to a four-year, $7.38 million standard deal in April 2024. Council saw inconsistent playing time in the 2024-25 campaign but stepped into a larger role at times due to several injuries to key contributors, especially in the latter half of the year. He averaged 7.3 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 17.1 minutes per game, though he shot just 38.2 percent from the field and 25.8 percent from three-point range in 73 regular-season appearances. The 6-foot-5 wing will now explore other opportunities in the NBA. Council played his final collegiate season at Arkansas where he earned AP All-SEC Second Team honors while averaging 16.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 steals across 34.1 minutes per game in 36 outings. MORE NBA NEWS: NBA executive predicts breakout season for ex-Nuggets forward Ex-Bucks star Damian Lillard shares daughter's hilarious reaction to Portland reunion Bucks' blockbuster three-team trade proposal lands $160 million forward Ex-Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic looking to put conditioning concerns to rest Josh Giddey reportedly growing frustrated with Bulls amid contracts talks
USA Today
27-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Tracking where top undrafted free agents in 2025 NBA Draft signed after Round 2
The 2025 NBA Draft has officially concluded, which means that the start of undrafted free agency has begun. The chaos could yield fascinating results. Every year, there are undrafted free agents who still find their way into earning significant minutes. Last year, that was Justin Edwards on the Philadelphia 76ers. The year before that, it was Ricky Council IV. We also saw players like Keon Ellis and Scotty Pippen Jr. in 2022. NBA DRAFT GRADES: 2025 NBA Draft first-round grades for each pick Some of the other notable undrafted free agents we have seen succeed in the league include Fred VanVleet, Austin Reaves, and Jose Alvarado. It is clearly important for front offices to find value on the edges even after the trade has concluded. Our ranking is based on a consensus big board from our friends at Rookie Scale. The best takes and the sharpest bets on all the hoops storylines you need to know. Sign up for our Layup Lines newsletter, hitting your inbox on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
NBC Sports
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC Sports
Which Sixers become viable streamers sans George?
The Rotoworld Basketball Show crew wonders which Philadelphia 76ers players could come into play in fantasy basketball without Paul George, such as Ricky Council IV and Justin Edwards.
