Ricky Berry
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| Position | Small forward |
| Height / weight | 2.03 m / 93 kg |
| Born | 6 Oct 1964 (24 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
Ricky Berry was an American professional basketball player who played one season in the National Basketball Association for the Sacramento Kings.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Ricky Alan Berry was born on October 6, 1964, in Lansing, Michigan, USA. He stood 6 feet 8 inches tall and weighed 205 pounds during his playing days.Berry was married and had a son. He passed away on August 14, 1989, from a self-inflicted gunshot, in Carmichael, California.
High School and College Career
Berry attended Live Oak High School in Morgan Hill, California. He played college basketball at Oregon State University from 1983 to 1984 and San Jose State University from 1985 to 1988.He was a three-time First-team All-PCAA selection at San Jose State.
Professional Career
Berry was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 18th overall pick in the first round of the 1988 NBA Draft.He played one season for the Kings, appearing in 64 games.
Career Highlights
- 1986, 1987, 1988 – First-team All-PCAA
Medal Record, Representing the United States of America
- Silver – 1987 Pan American Games (Indianapolis)
Ricky Berry FAQ
Where is Ricky Berry from?
Ricky Berry was from Lansing, Michigan, United States.
How many NBA teams did Ricky Berry play for?
He played for one NBA team: the Sacramento Kings.
What did Ricky Berry do after basketball?
Berry passed away in 1989, shortly after his rookie NBA season.