 Here's what you need to know. In the first round of the NBA draft, with the first overall selection, the Atlanta Hawks selected Zachary Rissachet out of France. Second straight year that a player from France was taken number one overall last year. Victor Wendayama for San Antonio. And the number two pick by the Washington Wizards, also a player from France. That would be Alex Saar. Three French players were taken in the top ten. Four French players were selected in the first round. Some American college players of note that were selected.