Zacharie Risacher is a French rookie, playing for the Atlanta Hawks as of November 2024. He was selected as the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. This marks the first time in NBA history that the No. 1 pick has been a foreign player in back-to-back seasons, following the selection of another Frenchman, Victor Wembanyama in 2023. Zacharie Risacher's father, Stéphane Risacher is also a former French basketball star.
Zacharie Risacher played in France for ASVEL from 2021 to 2024 and spent the 2023-2024 season on loan with JL Bourg. On May 12, 2024, Risacher was named the Best Young Player of the 2023–24 LNB Élite season, after averaging 10.1 points and 3.8 rebounds in 22 minutes per game. Risacher is a 6'9" versatile player who can handle the ball and is often described as an all-around, do-it-all small forward. Resacher signed his rookie contract with the Hawks on July 6, 2024, and made his debut in the summer league six days later. In his Summer League debut against the Washington Wizards, he scored 18 points, grabbed five rebounds, and gave two assists. November 6, 2024, Risacher had a standout performance, putting up a career-high 33 points in a 121–115 win over the New York Knicks.
Zaccharie Risacher’s Injury History
Zaccharie Risacher was recently drafted in 2024 and has remained injury-free in his young NBA career. However, he encountered a minor setback in the Summer League that briefly sidelined him as per NBC Sports.
Injuries Zaccharie Risacher Sustained in the NBA
Right Quad Contusion (2024 Summer League)
During the 2024 NBA Summer League, Zaccharie Risacher suffered a right quad contusion, which led him to miss three games. He managed to play in two games, showcasing his raw talent, though doctors recommended caution to prevent further aggravation as per Soaring Down South.
FAQs on Zaccharie Risacher
A. Zaccharie Risacher is 19 years old as of November 2024.
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A. Zaccharie Risacher’s parents are Sandrine and Stéphane Risacher.
A. Zaccharie Risacher is 6 feet 9 inches tall.
