Zaccharie Risacher is a French small forward for the Atlanta Hawks. Born on 8 April 2005, in Malaga, Spain, Risacher was drafted number 1 overall in the 2024 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks. Before the NBA, Risacher started his professional basketball journey with ASVEL in 2021. He also made his EuroLeague debut that same season in a game against Monaco. Playing in the LNB Espoirs competition, Risacher averaged 12.5 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.
In June 2023, Risacher signed his first professional contract with ASVEL but was immediately loaned to JL Bourg for the 2023–24 season. Risacher quickly made an impact and earned a spot on Team France for the LNB All-Star Game. Internationally, Risacher represented JL Bourg in the 2023–24 EuroCup, helping the team reach the finals before falling to Paris Basketball. His strong performance earned him the EuroCup Rising Star award, making him the second-youngest player to receive the honor, just behind Džanan Musa. Risacher's impressive season continued as he was named the Best Young Player in the 2023–24 LNB Élite, averaging 10.1 points and 3.8 rebounds per game. Throughout his young career, Risacher has also achieved an LNB Élite championship (2022), the Leaders Cup title (2023), and recognition as an LNB All-Star (2023). With Atlanta Hawks as of 2024, Zaccharie Risacher is poised to make an impact.
What is Zaccharie Risacher’s jersey number?
Zaccharie Risacher's jersey numbers in the NBA, Europe and FIBA competitions are as follows:
Zaccharie Risacher's Jersey Number in the NBA
In his rookie NBA season, Zaccharie Risacher has chosen to wear jersey number 10 for the Atlanta Hawks.
European Club Jersey Numbers
Before entering the NBA Draft in 2024, Risacher played in France for clubs — ASVEl (2022–2023) and JL Bourg (2023-24 on loan). During his time with both teams, he wore either the #10 or #13 numbers on the jersey.
FIBA Competitions with France
In FIBA international competitions representing his national team, France, Risacher has consistently worn the #21 jersey.
FAQs on Zaccharie Risacher's Jersey Number
A. Zaccharie Risacher is 19 years old as of October 2024.
A. Zaccharie Risacher's average annual salary with the Atlanta Hawks is $14,256,859.
A. Zaccharie Risacher did not play college basketball in the USA. He played professional basketball in France before coming to the NBA.
A. Zaccharie Risacher is 6 feet 9 inches tall.
A. Zaccharie Risacher's wingspan is 7 feet 2 inches wide.
