Atlanta Hawks' 131-130 win over the Indiana Pacers

In his preseason debut, No. 1 overall draft pick Zaccharie Risacher made an immediate impact, showcasing his scoring ability and versatility in the Atlanta Hawks' 131-130 win over the Indiana Pacers. Coming off the bench, Risacher tallied 18 points on an efficient 7-of-9 shooting in just 23 minutes. His presence on the court was crucial, as the Hawks outscored the Pacers by 15 points with him in the lineup—the highest plus/minus on the team.

Risacher wasted no time making his mark, scoring his first bucket with a smooth Euro step and finger roll, igniting a 24-7 Hawks run. This shifted a 24-11 deficit into a 35-31 lead by the end of the first quarter. He further solidified his performance with a key three-pointer that gave Atlanta the lead.