Even if its rating has fallen somewhat in recent weeks, Zacharie Risacher is still one of the favorites to win 1st place in the 2024 Draft, and thus succeed Victor Wembanyama. The Bourg en Bresse winger interests scouts with his modern winger profile, as comfortable playing fast play as he is at punishing from afar. A profile reminiscent of that of his dad, Stéphane, executive of the French team 25 years ago.
“I grew up watching… my father!” (laughs). He was my hero, my father” he responds to France Info about his models. “And then around 10-11 years old, I started watching the NBA. Well, it was nighttime, and I didn't necessarily have a phone or anything. The one I watched a lot was Kevin Durant! He was the one who inspired me a lot. I quickly became a fan of his, and I remained a fan for a very long time! »
The playoffs before the Draft
While waiting to meet his idol in the NBA, Risacher will try to do better than Wembanyama last season. Alongside Bilal Coulibaly, the Spurs pivot led Levallois-Boulogne to the Betclic Elite final, before losing to Monaco.
“I have two very important months ahead, perhaps even the most important of my young basketball career. And then we'll see what happens.” he explains about his expectations in the Draft. “The reality is such that I have to stay focused. We're going to play in the playoffs. It's a wonderful experience to live. »
Unhappy finalist of the Eurocup, the JL Bourg is currently 4th in the Betclic Elite with 23 wins and 9 losses. The playoffs will take place from May 17 to June 15
