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Magic acquire Ricky Council IV from Vipers in trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:44 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Magic acquire Ricky Council IV from Vipers in trade

Summary

The Orlando Magic acquired Ricky Council IV from the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in exchange for the rights to Phillip Wheeler and a 2027 First-Round pick. This marks the Magic's third minor league deal of the offseason as they prepare for the upcoming training camp. Council, who has two years of NBA experience, averaged 12.4 points per game in the G-League last season. The 25-year-old may receive an Exhibit 10 contract to participate in training camp. Osceola Magic will also hire Ronnie Burrell as head coach ahead of the new season.

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•Magic trade for Council, sending Phillip Wheeler and a draft pick to Vipers.
•Council averaged 12.4 points in eight G-League games last season.
•Osceola Magic coming off strong season, reached conference finals.
•Ronnie Burrell named new head coach for Osceola Magic.
•Magic aim to fill training camp spots before the season starts.

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3:44 AMYahoo Sports — Magic Acquire Ricky Council IV in Minor Deal, What Does It Mean as the Magic Prepare For Training Camp

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The Orlando Magic completed their third minor league deal of the offseason earlier this evening. Magic Acquire Ricky Council IV in Minor Deal The Osceola Magic, Orlando's G-League affiliate, announced that they have acquired Ricky Council IV from the Rio Grande Valley Vipers for the rights to Phillip Wheeler and a 2027 First-Round pick. 🚨 …
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