Nicolas Batum: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / July 1

Ex-76er 'Intends' On Returning to Western Conference Contenders

On Monday night, the NBA opened the free agency window, allowing teams to bring on new talent to their team ahead of the upcoming campaign. One player who surely looked to be in the free agency pool, was former Philadelphia 76ers veteran Nicolas Batum, who had turned down his player option for the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Field Level Media / June 30

Reports: Nic Batum back to Clippers on two-year deal

Nicolas Batum will sign a two-year, $11.5 million contract this week to return to the Los Angeles Clippers, ESPN reported on Monday. Batum, entering his 18th NBA season, opted out of a $4.9 million deal for 2025-26 prior to the draft.

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Nicolas Batum News / Hoops Rumors / June 28

Clippers forward to decline his player option

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NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / June 25

17-Year NBA Veteran Reacts To French Selections In 2025 NBA Draft

Before Victor Wembanyama, Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum was perhaps the player most synonymous with French basketball. The 2025 NBA Draft saw three more French prospects drafted in the first round, and of course, Batum was the first to congratulate them.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 19

Former 76er Nicolas Batum Names ‘Toughest’ Opponent to Guard

Nicolas Batum has faced many top players throughout his 17-season NBA career. Between his rookie year with the Portland Trail Blazers and his short stint with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2024, there’s a particular competitor that sticks out to the French forward.

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Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Clippers’ Nic Batum drops eye-opening take on Stephen Curry’s Olympic heroics

Considering how dominant the country has been in the Olympics for the last decade and a half, it is easy to be numb to a Team USA gold-medal victory. Although international competition is deeper than ever, many Americans still consider anything short of the top spot on the podium a failure.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

Recalling Tough Nikola Jokic Assignment, Nicolas Batum Credits Alex Caruso’s Elite Defense Amid NBA Finals

When the Oklahoma City Thunder traded for Alex Caruso last offseason, it was widely regarded as a smart move because Caruso solved a lot of the problems that Josh Giddey created for them.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

'This Is Nothing', Unfazed by MVP Kobe Bryant, Nicolas Batum Recalls Guarding Lakers Legend as a Rookie

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NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

'Greatest Playoff Run by a European Player': Nicolas Batum Ranks Nikola Jokic’s 2023 Playoffs Against Dirk Nowitzki’s 2011 Championship

When Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the MVP last month, it marked the seventh straight MVP who was born outside of the US, following Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / June 4

Clippers Rumors: Harden, Powell, Offseason, Eubanks, Batum, More

Clippers guard James Harden, who holds a $36.3MM player option for the 2025/26 season, is “trending toward” declining that option, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Clippers Predicted to Draft Prospect Who Has Been Compared to a Player Already on Their Roster

This offseason, the Los Angeles Clippers may need to replace a veteran who has spent a lot of time in their organization. After spending at least part of each of the last five season with the Clippers, Nicolas Batum now finds himself with options this offseason as a player option for the 2025-26 is all that remains on his contract.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 31

Nicolas Batum Reacts To Historic PSG Champions League Win

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Hardwood Heroics / May 20

Los Angeles Clippers: Nicolas Batum Reveals Big Retirement Plan for the 2025-26 Campaign

Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum said the 2025-26 season could be his last year of his professional basketball career. “There’s a very, very good chance that the next season will be my last,” Batum said in an interview with BeinSports via Eurohoops.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / May 19

Clippers forward likely to retire after next season

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Hardwood Heroics / May 8

Los Angeles Clippers Hopes to Have Nicolas Batum Next Season

The Los Angeles Clippers benefited from having Nicolas Batum on the roster, especially in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Batum’s expertise helped the Clippers push the Denver Nuggets to seven games in the first round of the postseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 14

Clippers' strong finish shows they clearly won James Harden trade

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17, 2024