Mavericks pick up Zaccharie Risacher’s $17.4M option
Dallas locked in the 21-year-old forward after four games, citing early defensive production and a $17.4 million option for 2027-28.
- The Dallas Mavericks officially exercised Zaccharie Risacher's $17.4 million fourth-year team option on Wednesday, securing the forward after just four games with the franchise.
- Risacher, a 21-year-old first overall NBA Draft selection, joined Dallas via a three-team trade involving Atlanta and Oklahoma City during the July offseason.
- French international Risacher recorded eight steals and eight blocks over four games for the 2-2 Mavericks, demonstrating defensive impact while averaging six rebounds per game.
- By exercising the option, Dallas secures the 6-foot-8 forward through the final years of his rookie contract structure, ensuring roster continuity despite his early adjustment period.
- Following the 2027-28 season, Risacher will become a restricted free agent, allowing Dallas long-term control over his development as he continues integrating into the system.
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Mavericks pick up Zaccharie Risacher’s $17.4M option - Regional Media News
By Field Level Media Oct 29 (Field Level Media) - The Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday announced the retention of Zaccharie Risacher for the 2027-28 season. The team exercised a fourth-year option on the small forward, worth $17.4 million, after acquiring him in a July three-team [...]
Mavericks Exercise $17.4M Fourth-Year Option On Zaccharie Risacher
The Dallas Mavericks have picked up the fourth-year team option on Zaccharie Risacher worth $17.4 million. Through four games, Risacher is averaging 8.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.0 blocks. Risacher set a franchise record with five steals in his Mavericks debut against the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21. His 16 combined steals and blocks are tied for second in the NBA this season. The 6-foot-9, 203-pound Risacher has appeare…
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Mavericks pick up Zaccharie Risacher’s $17.4M option
By Field Level Media Oct 29 (Field Level Media) - The Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday announced the retention of Zaccharie Risacher for the 2027-28 season. The team exercised a fourth-year option on the small forward, worth $17.4 million, after acquiri...
Released regularly at the beginning of the season by Dallas, Zaccharie Risacher (21 years old) has just seen his future in Texas assured until the summer of 2028. News learned just before the victory against Oklahoma City (120-96), conquered in the night from Wednesday to Thursday.
After Dallas' command option was activated, the French forward was bound by a contract with the club until the end of the 2027–28 season.
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