Ricky Wayne Blanton (born April 21, 1966 in Miami, Florida) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Phoenix Suns in the 2nd round (46th overall) of the 1989 NBA Draft. A 6'7" forward from Louisiana State University, Blanton played in only two career NBA games for Chicago Bulls during the 1992-93 season.

Blanton played in the 1986 Final Four as a member of LSU. In October 2004, he resigned as head basketball coach at Nicholls State University.

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