The Atlanta Hawks had just a 3% chance of getting the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, but luck was on their side. Now, they have their future after selecting Zaccharie Risacher with the first pick Wednesday night. There was no consensus top selection, so this could be a risk. Atlanta could have traded down to go a safer route, especially considering the first pick was their only one in the draft. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.
It was the Hawks’ first time securing the No. 1 pick since 1975, when they drafted David Thompson, a five-time All-Star and NBA Hall of Famer. However, the Draft Lottery had not yet been established, so this year marked the first time the Hawks won it. Fox News' Scott Thompson and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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