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NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 22
Nicolas Batum Retires From The NBA: From French Prospect To NBA Veteran
After 18 NBA seasons, 1,205 regular-season games, and a 15-year run with the French national team, the 37-year-old Nicolas Batum announced his retirement from professional basketball on Monday.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 21
Nicolas Batum thanks former teams on X after announcing his retirement
Forward Nicolas Batum was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers from French pro team Le Mans Sarthe with the 25th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft and went on to have a strong career.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21
Clippers veteran Nicolas Batum announces his retirement
Los Angeles’ favorite Frenchman is ready to call it a career.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Athlon Sports / September 21
Former Clippers Forward Announces Retirement After 18 NBA Seasons
After 21 professional seasons and 18 years in the NBA, Nicolas Batum is calling it a career. In a video posted to social media Monday, Batum announced his retirement from basketball.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 21
Nicolas Batum Announces Retirement
Longtime NBA forward Nicolas Batum has retired as a player, he announced Monday on social media (Twitter video link). The 25th overall pick in the 2008 draft, Batum has spent the past 18 years in the league, having suited up for the Trail Blazers, Hornets, Clippers (two different stints) and Sixers.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Field Level Media / September 21
Nicolas Batum announces basketball retirement at 37
Nicolas Batum announced his retirement on Monday following 1,205 games over 18 seasons with four NBA franchises. The 37-year-old French forward averaged 9.6 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists with the Portland Trail Blazers (2008-15), Charlotte Hornets (2015-20), Los Angeles Clippers (2020-23, 2024-26) and Philadelphia 76ers (2023-24).
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 23
Three free agents that make sense for the Cavaliers
Three available players who could help the Cavs round out their roster.
Longtime Clipper Nicolas Batum Is Heading Overseas to Finish Out Career
It has been a summer of change for the Los Angeles Clippers. The Kawhi Leonard era is over, but perhaps nothing symbolizes the changing of the guard more than Nicolas Batum's departure.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Clippers Exercise Brook Lopez’s Option, Pass On Bogdanovic, Batum
The Clippers have finalized decisions on their three remaining team options ahead of Monday’s deadline. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), veteran center Brook Lopez is having his $9.19MM option for 2026/27 exercised.
NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 30
Clippers' Nic Batum Has Strong Praise for Kings Rookie Max Raynaud
Stop me if you’ve heard this before, but Max Raynaud has been an absolute steal for the Sacramento Kings. Drafted with the 42nd pick in the 2025 draft
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 29
Nicolas Batum Reveals His Only Career Regret Involving Tyrese Maxey With Heartfelt Admission
Veteran perspective hits different when it comes with zero filters, and Nicolas Batum just gave us one of those rare, honest reflections. At 37, with nearly two decades in the league, he’s seen eras shift, stars rise, and roles evolve.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 7
Clippers' careless gaffe in gut-punch loss to Spurs could come back to haunt them
If the Clippers can't catch Golden State and end up in the 9-10 play-in game, they may look back on the botched play with deep regrets.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 7
Clippers veteran committed embarrassing blunder in final seconds vs. Spurs
Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum let his team’s chances slip away in the final seconds on Friday against the San Antonio Spurs. The Clippers had possession trailing 113-112 with 16 seconds left at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 11
Clippers' Nicolas Batum Decision Speaks Volumes for His LA Future
The Los Angeles Clippers lost a hard-fought battle against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. Despite another strong performance from Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers didn't get enough help from the rest of the team and couldn't score enough against a solid defense, leading to a 102-95 loss.
Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 31, 2025
Nicolas Batum calls out EuroBasket fans’ racist comments on social media
France’s 103-95 win over Slovenia at EuroBasket 2025 was overshadowed by an ugly incident off the court, as French guard Sylvain Francisco became the target of racist abuse on social media.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 31, 2025
Nicolas Batum Rips Fans Who Racially Abused French Point Guard After Luka Doncic Incident
Sylvain Francisco powered France to a 103-95 win over Slovenia in EuroBasket 2025 at Spodek Arena on Saturday. Francisco was unfortunately subjected to
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / July 24, 2025
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.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Total Apex Sports / June 30, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers-Nicolas Batum Agree On 2-Year Contract
The Los Angeles Clippers and Forward Nicolas Batum agreed on a two-year $11.5 million contract on Monday afternoon. His deal reportedly includes a team option and a trade kicker.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / June 28, 2025
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 / Yardbarker / May 2, 2025
Three stars from Thursday's NBA playoff games
The final Eastern Conference team advanced in dramatic fashion, while the first Game 7 was confirmed. Here are three stars from Thursday's NBA playoff games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2025
Clippers' strong finish shows they clearly won James Harden trade
The Philadelphia 76ers traded James Harden early in the 2023-24 season because they didn't want to give him a long-term contract. After Harden carried his team to the No. 5 seed, that trade looks like a big win for the Los Angeles Clippers.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1, 2024
Clippers agree to two-year deal with versatile forward
The 25th pick of the 2008 draft, the veteran spent his first seven NBA seasons in Portland.
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.
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 22, 2024
Nic Batum Teases New Game Plan For 76ers vs. Knicks
The 2024 NBA Playoffs did not get off to a great start for the Philadelphia 76ers. They lost Game 1 on the road to the New York Knicks 111-104 in what was a roller coaster ride of production from the team.
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.
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