Overview

• Council inked a one-year, minimum-salary contract with the Brooklyn Nets on August 1, joining on what is expected to be a non-guaranteed deal.
• He played in a team-high 73 games for Philadelphia last season, averaging 7.3 points and 2.9 rebounds in 17.1 minutes per outing.
• Undrafted out of Arkansas in 2023, Council rose from a two-way deal and strong G League performances with the Delaware Blue Coats to a multi-year NBA contract.
• Brooklyn’s rebuild features five 2025 first-round picks and a predominantly rookie roster, underscoring the need for experienced contributors.
• The one-year prove-it pact offers Council a platform to boost his role and pursue a more substantial contract next offseason.