Zaccharie Risacher is a French professional basketball player who plays as a small forward for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. Born on April 8, 2005, in Málaga, Spain, he stands 6 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds. Risacher was selected by the Hawks with the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Before joining the NBA, Risacher played for LDLC ASVEL in France’s LNB Élite league from 2021 to 2024.
During the 2023–2024 season, he was loaned to JL Bourg, where he averaged 10.1 points and 3.8 rebounds per game. His performance earned him the EuroCup Rising Star award and recognition as the Best Young Player in the LNB Élite.
In his rookie NBA season with the Hawks, Risacher has made an immediate impact. As of March 23, 2025, he is averaging 11.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 44.3%. Notably, on November 6, 2024, he scored a career-high 33 points in a victory over the New York Knicks.
Risacher’s versatility and scoring ability have positioned him as a leading candidate for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award. His consistent performances have been pivotal in the Hawks’ success this season.
Off the court, Risacher maintains an active presence on social media, particularly Instagram, where he has amassed over 113,000 followers. He often shares insights into his personal life and professional journey.