It’s by no means straightforward to make the adjustment to the NBA.
Lots can come into play with this.
Some gamers wrestle to adapt to lesser roles, as they have been used to being “the guy” in highschool and faculty, however that’s not the case anymore.
Others can’t adapt to the perks and calls for of the NBA way of life, whereas others understand they should bulk up and make massive modifications to their physique.
Notably, that could be the case with the No. 1 choose.
Speaking to John Hollinger, Atlanta Hawks ahead Zaccharie Risacher not too long ago admitted that he’s at present simply “a regular dude,” whereas he was very athletic when in comparison with his competitors in France (by way of Legion Hoops).
Zaccharie Risacher:
“Back in France I was super athletic, now I’m just a regular dude.”
“Athletic” isn’t a trait most scouts would use to explain Risacher, at the least not proper out of the gate, however he’s seemed easy and in management in restricted motion this season.
He’s more than likely going to should make some changes to his sport and never depend on his athleticism as a lot as he did in his homeland, however that’s solely going to make him a extra full participant.
At first look, Risacher doesn’t appear to have the upside of the common No. 1 choose, however he may nonetheless be an excellent participant.
The Hawks are spoon-feeding him and easing him into NBA motion, and he has responded thus far.
Hopefully, they’ll have the ability to deliver one of the best out of his sport, and uber-athletic or not, he’ll have a protracted and profitable profession within the league.
