Ricky Council IV

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Ricky Council IV is a professional NBA player for the Philadelphia 76ers, known for his scoring skill and impactful gameplay. He had a successful college career, earning accolades like AAC Sixth-Man of the Year and All-SEC honors. Council IV made his NBA debut in January 2024, swiftly shifting from a two-way contract to a regular one. With a growing net worth, his performance continues to impress, suggesting even more accomplishments in the future. Uncover further details about his path and achievements.

Early Life

Ricky Council IV developed a passion for basketball from a young age, influenced by his family’s strong basketball background, including older brothers who played at diverse collegiate levels.

He attended Southern High School, where he excelled on the basketball court, averaging 23 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 5 assists during his senior year. His outstanding performance earned him recognition as the District 6 Player of the Year and a spot on the senior team all-state.

Ricky was also ranked as a three-star prospect in recruiting, being placed No. 391 nationally by 247 Sports and No. 18 in North Carolina.

Family Life

Ricky Council IV comes from a sports-oriented family, being the youngest of three boys named after their father. His oldest brother, Ricky Council II, played basketball at Providence and UMBC, while Ricky Council III displayed his skills at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M.

Furthermore, his sister, Rhianna, played collegiate basketball at UNCG. The competitive spirit and athletic achievements of his siblings have been essential in shaping Ricky’s toughness and physicality on the court, which are crucial traits in his basketball career.

The support and influence of his family have played a notable role in his development as a player.

Career

Ricky Council IV began his professional basketball career with the Philadelphia 76ers, making his NBA debut on January 2, 2024.

After shifting from a two-way contract to a regular contract for the 2024-25 season, he made an impact by averaging 7.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game.

Council IV displayed his scoring ability with multiple double-digit performances, highlighted by a standout game where he recorded a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds against the Toronto Raptors.

His background includes a successful college career, earning accolades such as the AAC Sixth-Man of the Year in 2022 and being named to the ALL-SEC 2nd Team during his time at Arkansas.

Net Worth

Ricky Council IV’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.

His current contract with the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2024-25 season is valued at $1,891,857. Furthermore, his total earnings in professional basketball amount to at least $864,353.

Over the course of his career, his top five salaries include:

• $864,353 for the 2022-23 season
• $1,000,000 for the 2023-24 season
• $1,891,857 for the 2024-25 season
• $2,221,677 for the 2025-26 season
• $2,406,205 for the 2026-27 season.

As he continues to perform, especially with an average of 7.3 points per game during the 2024-25 season, his financial standing is expected to grow with potential salary increases and endorsement opportunities.