Nicolas Batum News, Rumors, Updates - LA Clippers

Clippers want 'to win with Kawhi,' team exec Lawrence Frank says

The Los Angeles Clippers are committed to a future with Kawhi Leonard as they transition to a younger team

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

"He is my son's favorite player" – Nicolas Batum reveals the player he wished he could have played with longer Batum said he was too old by the time he got to play with Maxey.

MARCH 29 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

"He is in total control" - Nicolas Batum shares what makes Kawhi Leonard more dominant this season than ever before Batum has never seen Kawhi be so poised, confident and calm.

MARCH 28 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Coming off bench Batum isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Batum will head back to the second unit after making a spot start Monday. The veteran forward is averaging 3.3 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 12.4 minutes over his last 10 appearances off the bench.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Collins Batum will start Monday's game against the Bucks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Kris Dunn was initially slated to start in place of John Collins (ankle), though it'll be Batum who steps into the first unit Monday. As a starter this season (five games), the veteran forward has averaged 3.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.8 minutes per contest.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Thursday Batum (rest) is available for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Following a one-game absence, Batum is ready to return for Thursday's rematch with New Orleans. The veteran forward hasn't touched the 20-minute marker since the March 1 win over the Pelicans, limiting his fantasy appeal.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Wednesday Batum (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Batum will sit out the front of this back-to-back set, and his next opportunity to play will come in Thursday's rematch in New Orleans. With the veteran forward out, Kobe Sanders may see a slight bump in playing time.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

May be rested Batum (rest) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wednesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so the Clippers are likely eyeing a maintenance day for one of these. Kobe Sanders could become more involved if Batum is ultimately held out.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Batum (rest) is off the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Batum got the night off Saturday as it was the second half of a back-to-back set, but he will return to action Monday. Batum could see a slightly expanded role in his return, as Kawhi Leonard (ankle, doubtful) is unlikely to play.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Batum (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Kings.

Impact Batum will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back set, though he'll likely return for Monday's game against the Spurs. With the veteran forward sidelined, Kobe Sanders is in line to see an uptick in playing time.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Beloved Clippers veteran continues to prove why deadline was right time to move on One of the LA's most beloved veterans, Nicolas Batum, made yet another costly mistake, leading everyone to believe he should’ve been dealt a...

MARCH 7 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Clippers' epic collapse: Nicolas Batum's out-of-bounds blunder hands Spurs comeback win The Clippers blew a 25-point lead after Nicolas Batum committed a costly out-of-bounds turnover in the final seconds, allowing the Spurs to...

MARCH 7 • NYPOST.COM

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs rally from 25 points down to beat the Clippers 117-112

Victor Wembanyama had 27 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks as the San Antonio Spurs rallied from a 25-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 117-112

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Won't start vs. New Orleans Batum won't start Sunday's game against the Pelicans, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact The veteran forward will retreat to the second unit due to John Collins (head/neck) returning from a two-game absence. Batum has averaged 2.4 points and 2.8 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per contest over his last five outings off the bench.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless in starting role Batum posted zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 94-88 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Although Batum logged six rebounds, he was a non-existent element on offense during the loss. Batum only logged one shot attempt, an effort that is unacceptable for a squad struggling to stay in playoff contention. John Collins' (head) impending return should right the ship, and his re-insertion will move Batum back to the bench.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Batum is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Timberwolves, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Joining Batum in the first unit for Thursday's game will be Kris Dunn, Bennedict Mathurin, Derrick Jones and Brook Lopez. Across four starts this season, Batum has recorded averages of 3.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 triples per contest.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 38 and the Lakers hold off the Clippers 125-122 to split LA rivals' season series

Luka Doncic had 38 points and 11 assists, Austin Reaves added 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Los Angeles Clippers down the stretch for a 125-122 victory

FEBRUARY 21 • Associated Press

Plays 18 minutes in win Batum produced six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt) and two rebounds in 18 minutes during Thursday's 115-114 win over the Nuggets.

Impact Batum was rested for the final game before the All-Star break, but he was back in his usual role Thursday. The veteran is unlikely to see enough minutes or usage to make an impact outside of very deep formats moving forward.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Denver Batum (rest) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Nuggets, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Batum did not play in either of the Clippers' two games prior to the All-Star break but will be available off the bench for Thursday's contest. The veteran forward has averaged 4.0 points, 2.6 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 1.2 threes over 17.6 minutes per game since the new year.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Will be rested Batum will be rested Wednesday against Houston, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Batum will be held out for maintenance for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Derrick Jones, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Dalano Banton could be more involved for the Clippers as a result.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Monday Batum is not starting in Monday's game against the Wizards, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact John Collins is returning to his typical role in the first unit. Batum has averaged 6.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.8 steals in 21.4 minutes per contest over his last eight games off the bench.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Batum is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Raptors, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact James Harden, Kris Dunn, Kobe Sanders and Ivica Zubac will join Batum in the first unit for Friday's game. Across three starts this season, Batum has registered averages of 5.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 triples per contest.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless in win Batum finished with one rebound and one steal over 14 minutes during Saturday's 98-92 victory over Detroit.

Impact Batum failed to score Saturday, having now failed to tally double digits in five straight games. The fact that he is still playing a meaningful role for the Clippers tells you everything you need to know about the rotation. With that said, he is nowhere near being a fantasy asset, averaging just 4.8 points and 1.5 three-pointers in 20.6 minutes per game.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Kawhi Leonard's 45 points with bloodied nose lead Clippers to 6th straight win, 118-101 over Jazz

Kawhi Leonard scored 45 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 118-101 victory over the Utah Jazz that extended their winning streak to a season-best six games

JANUARY 2 • Associated Press

Coming off bench Tuesday Batum is not in the Clippers' starting lineup against the Kings on Tuesday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Batum made his third start of the season during Sunday's 112-99 win over the Pistons, when he logged 12 points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 31 minutes. He'll return to the bench for Tuesday's contest after John Collins (illness) was cleared to play.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Clippers want 'to win with Kawhi,' team exec Lawrence Frank says

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs rally from 25 points down to beat the Clippers 117-112

Luka Doncic scores 38 and the Lakers hold off the Clippers 125-122 to split LA rivals' season series

Kawhi Leonard's 45 points with bloodied nose lead Clippers to 6th straight win, 118-101 over Jazz