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Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher match disappoints NBA fans as Wizards beat Hawks | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

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Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher match disappoints NBA fans as Wizards beat Hawks | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 28: Alexandre Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards turns to shoot against Zaccharie Risacher #10 of the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at State Farm Arena on October 28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is agreeing to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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The No. 1 and No. 2 picks in the 2024 NBA Draft met for the first time this season on Monday when Zaccharie Risacher's Atlanta Hawks took on Alex Sarr's Washington Wizards.

Sarr and the Wizards picked up their first win of the season, defeating the Hawks 121-119.

Although it wasn't the most memorable game for any of the rookies, Sarr easily outperformed Risacher as he totaled seven points and nine rebounds compared to Risacher's four points and three boards.

Although both young players are still clearly finding their game offensively, it was shown on Monday that they are superior defensively. Sarr had a steal and two blocks, while Risacher had two steals and hit two shots.

Defense is a good place to start as they should become more comfortable on offense as they develop naturally.

After the duel, fans were a bit disappointed with the rookie fight, but others noted the potential of the two.

Brad @Background music_22

The combination of Sarr-Risacher with 11 points in their first match really fits the overall picture of this draft

NBA Beau @NBA Beau

It's halftime in the battle for the No. 1 and No. 2 picks in the NBA Draft.
Until now…
#1 – Zaccharie Risacher – 3 points
#2 – Alex Sarr – 4 points

Vann Pugh @themadlineman

Alex Sarr vs. Zaccharie Risacher after Jayden Daniels vs. Caleb Williams seems like a huge step backwards lol

phil. @phrrp

Alexandre Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher are having a mid-century look right now

WIZTAKS @Wizards Mafia

Sarr and Risacher had good games. Honestly, it may have been the most disappointing game between a 1 and 2 pick in NBA history. Neither side can boast. Lol

Alex Sarr Muse @AlexSarrMuse

With two blocks in today's game, Alex Sarr is the only rookie in Wizards history to record multiple blocks in his first three career games.#ForTheDistrict

Rynoceros @R_W_Adams

The defensive vision of Sarr and Bilal (also Bub and Kyshawn) is guaranteed.

Joseph Swam @joeswam

This was excellent defense from Sarr, who parried Capela's lob. WOW.

Wizards Lead 🪄 @WizardsLead

Battle of the two top picks in the first half:
Sarr: 4 points, 4 rebounds, 1 block
Risacher: 3 points, 3 rebounds, 1 block, 1 steal

playinyoung 🕊️ @elonhatesjay

Risacher doesn't take shots, but his defense is great

Jansjay @Jansjay

With Bilal and Sarr on defense, Wiz is in good hands. Both still have a lot to do offensively, but that will come. It's encouraging to already have a good foundation from which to work defensively.

Sarr and Risacher only have a few games under their belt, so their slow start is somewhat to be expected. Last year, Victor Wembanyama was the top pick. Monday's match was a good reminder that most rookies need a little time to fully develop, especially two who aren't even 20 years old.

As the season progresses, both Sarr and Risacher are likely to put in some great performances, but for now both have a long way to go.

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