History of Zaccharie Risacher in Timeline

Zaccharie Risacher is a French professional basketball player recently drafted first overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2024 NBA draft. He is now a member of the Hawks, marking the beginning of his NBA career.

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2000: Father Wins Olympic Silver Medal

In 2000, Stéphane Risacher, Zaccharie's father, won a silver medal at the Summer Olympics with the France national team.

2002: Father Plays for Baloncesto Málaga

In 2002, Stéphane Risacher, Zaccharie's father, began playing professional basketball for Baloncesto Málaga in Spain.

2002: Yao Ming Drafted #1 Overall

In 2002, Yao Ming was drafted #1 overall in the NBA draft.

April 2005: Birth in Málaga, Spain

In April 2005, Zaccharie Risacher was born in Málaga, Spain, where his father played basketball. Later, his family relocated to Lyon, France.

April 2005: Zaccharie Risacher Born

In April 2005, Zaccharie Risacher was born. He is a French professional basketball player.

2005: Andrew Bogut Drafted #1 Overall

In 2005, Andrew Bogut was drafted #1 overall in the NBA draft.

2006: Andrea Bargnani Drafted #1 Overall

In 2006, Andrea Bargnani was drafted #1 overall in the NBA draft.

2006: Father Leaves Baloncesto Málaga

In 2006, Stéphane Risacher concluded his tenure playing professional basketball for Baloncesto Málaga in Spain.

2018: Džanan Musa Wins EuroCup Rising Star

In 2018, Džanan Musa won the EuroCup Rising Star award.

August 2020: Joined ASVEL Basket Youth Program

In August 2020, Zaccharie Risacher entered the youth program of ASVEL Basket, playing in the LNB Espoirs league.

2021: Senior Team Debut

In 2021, Risacher debuted with ASVEL's senior team in a LNB Élite match against Metropolitans 92.

January 2022: EuroLeague Debut

In January 2022, Risacher made his EuroLeague debut for ASVEL in a game against Monaco.

2022: FIBA Under-17 Basketball World Cup

In 2022, Risacher played for the France under-17 basketball team at the FIBA Under-17 Basketball World Cup, where they won the bronze medal.

June 2023: Signed First Professional Contract and Loaned to JL Bourg

In June 2023, Risacher signed his first professional contract with ASVEL, and was immediately loaned to JL Bourg for the 2023-24 season.

November 2023: Named to Team France for LNB All-Star Game

In November 2023, Risacher was selected to represent Team France in the LNB All-Star Game.

2023: EuroCup Finals with JL Bourg

In 2023, Zaccharie Risacher played for JL Bourg in the EuroCup, where they reached the Finals but lost to Paris Basketball.

2023: Named Best Young Player of LNB Elite Season

In 2023, Zaccharie Risacher played for JL Bourg in the EuroCup, where they reached the Finals but lost to Paris Basketball.

February 2024: Selected for France Senior Team

In February 2024, Risacher was selected for the France senior team for their EuroBasket 2025 qualifying games.

April 2024: Declared for the NBA Draft

In April 2024, Zaccharie Risacher announced his declaration for the 2024 NBA draft.

May 2024: Named Best Young Player of LNB Elite Season

In May 2024, Risacher was named the Best Young Player of the 2023-24 LNB Élite season.

June 2024: Drafted #1 Overall by Atlanta Hawks

On June 26, 2024, Risacher was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft. He is the second consecutive French player drafted first overall, following Victor Wembanyama. France also had 3 players drafted in the top 10.