N. Batum
Clippers logo
Clippers

Nicolas Batum

SF
PTS
2.7
AST
1.7
REB
2.3
Player Bio
HT/WT
6' 8", 230 lbs
Age
35
Born
12-14-1988
Now what? How the Clippers will navigate the post-Paul George era

After failing to re-sign their All-Star small forward, the Clippers will move to Plan B, which might look a lot like 2021-22.

Law Murray65

Now what? How the Clippers will navigate the post-Paul George era
Jerry West took on a challenge with the Clippers. Here's what I learned from it

West, as legendary as he was, was always in the moment.

Law Murray21

Jerry West took on a challenge with the Clippers. Here's what I learned from it
76ers lament 'unacceptable' officiating after blowing golden Game 2 opportunity

"We should be 2 and 0," Joel Embiid said after the loss. "We're gonna win this. ... And we're gonna keep fighting."

David Aldridge291

76ers lament 'unacceptable' officiating after blowing golden Game 2 opportunity
Nicolas Batum shows impact of role players in Sixers' Play-In win over Heat

Few could have expected Nicolas Batum's heroics Wednesday night, but it was why the 76ers had pushed for him in the James Harden trade.

Mike Vorkunov51

Nicolas Batum shows impact of role players in Sixers' Play-In win over Heat
What we learned from 76ers’ comeback Play-In win over Heat

Joel Embiid's clutch buckets and huge assist to Kelly Oubre Jr. late in the fourth quarter helped seal the win.

The Athletic Staff108

What we learned from 76ers’ comeback Play-In win over Heat
Philly booed James Harden, but the 76ers will only be cheered by Joel Embiid's return

A controversial finish in a one-point loss caused more consternation with the Sixers than Harden's return to Philly.

David Aldridge17

Philly booed James Harden, but the 76ers will only be cheered by Joel Embiid's return
Defending Wemby: How the Clippers adjusted against Victor Wembanyama with new roster

When Wembanyama had possession the Clippers got physical with the rookie, which cut his scoring in the paint and led to back-to-back wins.

Law Murray24

Defending Wemby: How the Clippers adjusted against Victor Wembanyama with new roster
Hollinger: James Harden trade is all about the next steps for 76ers and Clippers

LA's contention window is pried open just a little more, while Philly has numerous avenues it could take in the coming months.

John Hollinger156

Hollinger: James Harden trade is all about the next steps for 76ers and Clippers
13 items after Clippers run out of time and possessions in Utah

The Clippers had Kawhi Leonard with the ball in his hands as time expired, but he missed a contested 3.

Law Murray34

13 items after Clippers run out of time and possessions in Utah
LA Clippers have a big hole at power forward. How can they fix it?

The Clippers' options at the position, which became a critical weakness last season, have not changed ... at least not yet.

Law Murray49

LA Clippers have a big hole at power forward. How can they fix it?
Clippers notes: Kyrie Irving trade talk, Paul George's appreciation and more from the road

Following the Clippers' six-game road trip, Law Murray shares his scenes, notes and observations by player, and what's next for LA.

Law Murray18

Clippers notes: Kyrie Irving trade talk, Paul George's appreciation and more from the road
Clippers' two identities: Failing to finish leads, unleashing a huge comeback

The Clippers shocked the Detroit Pistons on Monday, going on a 16-2 run to force OT and eventually winning 142-131.

Law Murray12

Clippers' two identities: Failing to finish leads, unleashing a huge comeback
Clippers Week 9: Kawhi Leonard continues scoring breakout, Paul George triple-double, more

Week 9 ended similarly to how Week 8 ended: completing a double-digit comeback victory over the Washington Wizards.

Law Murray12

Clippers Week 9: Kawhi Leonard continues scoring breakout, Paul George triple-double, more
Clippers use everybody to shock Trail Blazers in latest comeback win

Norman Powell outscored Portland 22-17 in the fourth quarter. Nicolas Batum made a critical basket and blocked a shot to protect the lead.

Law Murray13

Clippers use everybody to shock Trail Blazers in latest comeback win
Nicolas Batum agrees to 2-year deal to return to Clippers: Source

Forward Nicolas Batum has agreed to a two-year contract to remain with the Los Angeles Clippers, a source confirmed to The Athletic on Thursday. The deal is worth $22 million, per Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes. Batum declined his $3.3 million player option for next season, but the expectation was...

Law Murray and The Athletic Staff

Nicolas Batum agrees to 2-year deal to return to Clippers: Source
Clippers mailbag: What are the chances Kawhi Leonard plays during the regular season? Is Nicolas Batum All-Defense worthy?

There are a lot of questions surrounding the 9-6 Clippers. Law Murray opened the mailbag to answer many of them.

Law Murray14

Clippers mailbag: What are the chances Kawhi Leonard plays during the regular season? Is Nicolas Batum All-Defense worthy?
The Clippers have won their last five games. Tyronn Lue: ‘Same starters. Until Kawhi gets back.’

"We just try to find ways to win, and we kind of shortened our rotation up a bit after the first five, six games," the Clippers coach said.

Law Murray22

The Clippers have won their last five games. Tyronn Lue: ‘Same starters. Until Kawhi gets back.’
‘Where am I going?’: Evan Fournier, Nicolas Batum and the wild experience of being NBA free agents at Olympics

For Evan Fournier, Nicolas Batum and other Olympic NBA free agents, the last 48 hours brought the dual stress of contracts and competition.

Joe Vardon15

‘Where am I going?’: Evan Fournier, Nicolas Batum and the wild experience of being NBA free agents at Olympics
Clippers agree to terms with Nicolas Batum, keeping 2021 rotation bigs intact

Signing Nicolas Batum on Monday could be significant for a Clippers team that's all about promoting continuity.

Law Murray6

Clippers agree to terms with Nicolas Batum, keeping 2021 rotation bigs intact
Warriors free-agency preview: Which veterans should Golden State target? Could Kelly Oubre Jr. return?

The Warriors want to contend next season. Which veterans could they add to their current core? And how likely is an Oubre return?

Anthony Slater118

Warriors free-agency preview: Which veterans should Golden State target? Could Kelly Oubre Jr. return?