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    No. 1 Pick Zaccharie Risacher Trending For Breaking Opponent's Ankles

    By Chris Phelps,

    5 days ago

    The Atlanta Hawks surprised many fans by selecting French small forward Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. He wasn't as well known as the No. 2 pick, Alex Sarr, but Risacher is already making highlights in the Summer League.

    On Sunday, Risacher was trending online after a crazy crossover in the game against the San Antonio Spurs. He broke his defender's ankles and shot a stepback three-pointer, but unfortunately couldn't hit the shot.

    The Hawks lost their previous Summer League game against Sarr and the Washington Wizards, 94-88, and are still looking for their first win.

    https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2ULoLp_0uRMAwWw00
    July 12, 2024; Las Vegas, NV; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher competes during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Thomas & Mack Center.

    © Lucas Peltier–USA TODAY Sports

    At the time of this article, Risacher had seven points on 3-of-7 shooting, two rebounds, and one assist.

    NBA fans were impressed with the 6-foot-10 forward's highlight despite missing the shot. They took to social media to leave their thoughts on it.

    Going head-to-head against Sarr on Friday, Risacher played well against his fellow Frenchman. He tallied 18 points, five rebounds, and two assists, while Sarr recorded 12 points, seven rebounds, and four assists.

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