The Atlanta Hawks have traded Zaccharie Risacher, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, to the Dallas Mavericks after just two seasons, marking an early end to what had been an underwhelming stint in Atlanta. The move, confirmed on Sunday, reflects growing disappointment with Risacher's development since he was selected as the top prospect in his draft class.

Risacher, now 21, had failed to live up to the expectations attached to a first-overall selection during his time with the Hawks. The trade is reportedly part of a wider deal that will not become official until the NBA completes an investigation into accusations concerning the teams' salary cap arrangements.