Zaccharie Risacher expected to sign contract worth four years, $57.2 million

The contract metrics for the number one overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, F Zaccharie Risacher from France, have just been revealed. Risacher was the top pick in this year’s draft, heading to Atlanta after being selected by the Hawks. According to Spotrac, he is slated to sign a four-year deal worth $57.2 million.

The teenage French star is guaranteed two years, $25.8 million from his initial NBA contract. Years three and four will carry a club option, which the Hawks will have the option to pick up. Risacher will make $12.6 million in his first year in Atlanta.

On3 Scouting Report as an NBA Draft Prospect: “While Zach Risacher might not have the highest ceiling, there is a floor to his game that provides familiarity. The 6-foot-8 skilled wing has range, solid athleticism, and defensive instincts that are very attractive at his position. While the self-creation lacks, along with the blow by speed, the three-and-D nature of his game leads to a valuable archetype. He also exploded toward the end of his season, with perfect timing, in a 28-point Ligue Nationalae de Basket playoff output.”

Atlanta Hawks draft grade on top pick Zaccharie Risacher

Grade: B+

The Atlanta Hawks add On3’s No. 3 ranked prospected with the top pick, something that is not overly concerning given the flat nature of this draft class. The addition of Zaccharie Risacher allows the front office to dive head first into the reconstruction of the roster by moving veterans.

Risacher gained momentum when he went on a tear behind the 3-point line. The number has since come down — to a still impressive 42.6% — while still showcasing what NBA teams want to see from a 3-and-D prospect. The 6-foot-8 forward has great length and promises to fill out his frame. He works off screens and cuts to the basket well, which should provide him an immediate role as the shooting percentage evens out.

On3’s James Fletcher III contributed to this article