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Draft targets: Zaccharie Risacher, SG/SF, JL Bourg-en-Bresse; Alex Sarr, PF/C, Perth Wildcats; Donovan Clingan, C, UConn
With the Wizards picking at No. 2, this target list doesn’t need to be more than two prospects long. And that’s just as well, since Clingan’s spot on it feels the most debatable.
He could be a transformational type presence on the defensive end, but even in a draft class that perhaps lacks star power, you’d prefer the No. 2 pick to fetch someone more exciting than an interior big.
The decision, then, comes down to Risacher and Sarr, and it’s almost assuredly one that will be made for them. Washington should enjoy a stress-free opening of this draft, since it can sit back, see which of the two top French prospects Atlanta selects and then welcome the other to the District.
The Wizards need help in all facets, and both Risacher and Sarr would help check multiple boxes.
Each would be an asset defensively. Risacher for his length and mobility; Sarr for his rim protection and ability to switch away from the basket.
On offense, both would likely fill complementary roles (at least early on) with Risacher launching catch-and-shoot threes or attacking closeouts, and Sarr finishing above the rim or flashing his handles, vision and developing jumper.
