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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 1
Former Blazers Forward Suddenly Retires From International Play Ahead of EuroBasket
A former Portland Trail Blazers forward is ending his international career, just ahead of EuroBasket festivities later this month. That does not mean, however, that he's done playing basketball.
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 27
Wizards Should Call About Clippers Veteran
The Washington Wizards are still filling out their roster, and they may need to look at a key player in the West who has been around for a while now. Nicolas Batum has played in the NBA for 16 years now.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / July 24
Clippers countering NBA champions' youth with age
The Oklahoma City Thunder were the youngest team in the NBA last season when they won it all. The Los Angeles Clippers decided to go the opposite direction for next year.
The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz
Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia 76ers News / FirstSportz / July 16
Joel Embiid’s Bell’s Palsy Battle Described By Nicolas Batum
NBA fans have always been high on the ability and skill level of Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid. As a 19-year-old in Kansas University alongside Andrew Wiggins, he proved he could be a great NBA center.
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.
17-Year NBA Veteran Breaks Silence on Signing With LA Clippers
After suffering their third consecutive first-round playoff exit, the LA Clippers are running out of time to make the most of their core group of stars.
LA Clippers Announce Signing of 17-Year NBA Veteran
The free agency negotiation period is over for the NBA, and teams can officially sign free agents. The LA Clippers had a mostly quiet free agency, agreeing to new deals with veterans James Harden and Nicolas Batum, while coming to terms on a deal with Brook Lopez.
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.
New York City's all-time greatest high school basketball players
Trying to pick the 25 best high school basketball players to come out of the five boroughs of New York City is pretty daunting. There are several Hall-of-Famers worthy of the honor, but we have our list.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / June 28
Clippers forward to decline his player option
A report in May suggested that he plans to retire after one more season, but it’s possible the Clippers could change his mind with a multiyear offer.
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.
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
While the NBA is often considered the best basketball league in the world, the EuroLeague is often considered the hardest. One player who knew this better
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 / 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.
Nicolas Batum Reacts To Historic PSG Champions League Win
Even though professional athletes devote their lives to their sport, that doesn't mean they don't enjoy playing or watching others. While many people in
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
Nicolas Batum anticipates that next season will be the final one of his lengthy NBA career.
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.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30, 2024
Veteran forward surprisingly set to leave 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are getting an unexpected body blow on Day 1 of free agency.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 4, 2024
Nicolas Batum's Viral Post On X After Philadelphia 76ers Lose To Knicks
On Thursday evening, the Philadelphia 76ers had their season come to an end when they lost to the New York Knicks by a score of 118-115 at the Wells Fargo Center.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17, 2024
Watch: Nicolas Batum makes it rain from deep for the 76ers
When the 76ers traded James Harden, they lost a lot of scoring. They got it back from Nicolas Batum on Wednesday.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / November 30, 2023
Nick Nurse comments on Nicolas Batum's impact on the Sixers
Nicolas Batum‘s impact on the Sixers‘ defense has made him the most valuable player the team received in the James Harden trade, writes Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2023
Defeated Nic Batum is 'scared to go home' to France
Nic Batum is retiring from basketball after next summer. But he's embarrassed he's stopping so early this summer.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2022
Clippers forward Nicolas Batum to decline player option, become free agent
Nicolas Batum will begin his 15th NBA season in the fall. Where he plays is not exactly clear as of Tuesday morning. If Batum returns to the Clippers, it would be his third season in Los Angeles.
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