History of Zaccharie Risacher in Timeline

Zaccharie Risacher is a French professional basketball player currently playing for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. He was the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft by the Hawks.

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2000: Stéphane Risacher's 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's Career at Baloncesto Málaga

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

2002: Yao Ming Drafted First Overall

In 2002, Yao Ming was drafted first overall into the NBA.

April 2005: Zaccharie Risacher's Birth in Málaga

In April 2005, Zaccharie Risacher was born in Málaga, Spain, where his father played professional basketball.

April 2005: Zaccharie Risacher Born

In April 2005, Zaccharie Risacher was born. He is a French professional basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

2005: Andrew Bogut Drafted First Overall

In 2005, Andrew Bogut was drafted first overall into the NBA.

2006: Andrea Bargnani Drafted First Overall

In 2006, Andrea Bargnani was drafted first overall into the NBA.

2006: Family Moved Back to Lyon

In 2006, Zaccharie Risacher's family moved back to Lyon, France, after his father's tenure with Baloncesto Málaga ended. He then started playing club basketball at Élan Chalon.

2018: Džanan Musa won EuroCup Rising Star

In 2018, Džanan Musa won the EuroCup Rising Star. Risacher was just a month older when he won it.

August 2020: Joined ASVEL Basket Youth Program

In August 2020, Risacher entered the youth program of ASVEL Basket, playing primarily in the French under-21 league, LNB Espoirs.

2021: Senior Team Debut with ASVEL

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

January 2022: EuroLeague Debut

On January 18, 2022, Risacher made his EuroLeague debut in a match where ASVEL lost to Monaco with a score of 75–100.

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 the team won the bronze medal. He averaged 10.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.

June 2023: Signed Professional Contract with ASVEL and Loaned to JL Bourg

On June 16, 2023, Risacher signed his first professional contract with ASVEL but 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 named to Team France for the LNB All-Star Game.

2023: EuroCup Finals with JL Bourg

In 2023, Risacher played for JL Bourg in the EuroCup, reaching the Finals before losing to Paris Basketball.

2023: LNB Elite season

In 2023, Zaccharie Risacher started playing in the LNB Elite season. He was later named the best young player in May 2024.

February 2024: Debut with France Senior Team

On February 23, 2024, Risacher debuted with the France senior team against Croatia but had to leave early due to a concussion.

April 2024: Declared for the NBA Draft

On April 22, 2024, Risacher announced his declaration for the 2024 NBA draft.

May 2024: Named Best Young Player of LNB Élite

On May 12, 2024, Risacher was named the Best Young Player of the 2023–24 LNB Élite season, averaging 10.1 points and 3.8 rebounds in 22 minutes per game.

June 2024: Selected First Overall in NBA Draft

On June 26, 2024, Risacher was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft, becoming the second consecutive French player to be drafted with the number one pick.

July 2024: Signed with the Hawks

In July 2024, Risacher signed with the Hawks and made his NBA Summer League debut against the Washington Wizards, recording 18 points, five rebounds and two assists in a 94–88 loss.

2024: Drafted by Atlanta Hawks

In 2024, Zaccharie Risacher was selected with the first overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA draft.

2025: EuroBasket 2025 Qualifying Games and Selection

In 2025, Risacher rejoined France for their EuroBasket 2025 qualifying games, made the final selection and averaged 9.7 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game.

2025: Risacher's Career-High 36 Points

On March 30, 2025, Risacher scored a then career-high 36 points in a 145–124 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Became the fourth 1st overall pick to record 35+ points, 5+ threes in a game as a rookie after Allen Iverson, LeBron James and Anthony Edwards.