The NBA Draft is fast approaching, and the Atlanta Hawks have the coveted No. 1 pick. The recent draft lottery results were surprising, with the Detroit Pistons, who had the worst record in the league, dropping to the fifth pick. The Pistons, along with the Wizards, had a 14% chance of securing the top pick, while the Hawks had a mere 3% chance.
As we look ahead to draft day, the big question is whether the Hawks will use the pick to select a potential superstar or trade it away. Let’s delve into the players who are currently favored to be the No. 1 pick according to DraftKings Sportsbook.
The odds as of June 20 for the first overall pick are as follows:
– Zaccharie Risacher, France: -125
– Alexandre Sarr, France: +120
– Donovan Clingan, UConn: +370
– Stephon Castle, UConn: +7500
– Reed Sheppard, Kentucky: +7500
– Matas Buzelis, G League Ignite: +7500
– Rob Dillingham, Kentucky: +10000
– Ron Holland, G League Ignite: +10000
– Nikola Topic, Serbia: +10000
– Dalton Knecht, Tennessee: +10000
– Cody Williams, Colorado: +10000
– Bronny James, USC: +25000
Initially, Alexandre Sarr seemed like a lock for the top pick, but the odds have since shifted. Zaccharie Risacher has emerged as the new favorite, with his odds rising from +190 to -125. This sets the stage for another potential French No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, following Victor Wembanyama’s selection by the Spurs last year.
Zaccharie Risacher is a 6-foot-9, 19-year-old player who most recently competed in the Betclic Elite League in France for JL Bourg. He averaged 10.1 points and 3.8 rebounds per game, showcasing his talent on the court. FOX Sports betting analyst Jason Mcintyre has even projected Risacher as the No. 1 overall pick in his latest mock draft, highlighting his potential as a versatile wing player with the ability to defend multiple positions and shoot from beyond the arc.
Another player making waves in the draft conversation is UConn’s Donovan Clingan, whose odds have significantly improved from +2500 to +370. As a sophomore, Clingan played a crucial role for the Huskies, averaging 13 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game as they secured back-to-back NCAA titles.
The NBA draft is always full of surprises, and it will be interesting to see how the top picks unfold on draft day. Make sure to stay tuned to FOX Sports for the latest updates on the NBA and other sports. If you want to receive personalized newsletters with great stories delivered straight to your inbox, create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow your favorite leagues, teams, and players for daily updates.