NICOLAS BATUM NEWS

Late add to first unit Batum is now listed as the Sixers starting small forward against the Spurs, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Batum was initially set to come off the bench for the Shorthanded 76ers but has replaced Buddy Hield in the starting five for unknown reasons. The veteran forward has started each of Philadelphia's last two games, averaging 4.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists over 26.5 minutes.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will come off bench Sunday Batum will come off the bench in Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact The 76ers will tweak their lineup for this matchup against San Antonio, and aside from being without Joel Embiid (knee) and Kyle Lowry (rest), Batum will also come off the bench. This means Paul Reed and Kelly Oubre will play in the frontcourt. Buddy Hield, Cameron Payne and Tyrese Maxey round out the rest of the lineup.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Batum (foot) will play Saturday against the Grizzlies, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Batum could see extra minutes Saturday, as Tobias Harris is out with a knee contusion. Batum is averaging 5.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists over his last nine appearances.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Batum is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies due to left foot soreness.

Impact Batum is in danger of missing Saturday's contest after being a late addition to the injury report with a foot injury. With Tobias Harris (knee) also questionable, Buddy Hield and KJ Martin could see increased playing time against Memphis.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting unit Batum is in the starting lineup to face the Heat on Thursday, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Batum will move to the starting unit due to the absence of Tobias Harris (knee). Batum is averaging 5.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists across 26.1 minutes per game across his 34 starts this season.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Wednesday Batum will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Kelly Oubre (shoulder) is back and starting, so Batum will shift to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this season, Batum owns averages of 3.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and not much else on 35.5 percent shooting.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Running with first unit Batum is starting Monday night against the Kings.

Impact Kelly Oubre (shoulder) was announced out shortly before tipoff, so it'll be Batum who takes his place in the starting five. He's started three of his team's last four contests but hasn't cracked double figures in scoring since March 6 against the Grizzlies.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Batum will return to a reserve role for Friday's game versus the Lakers, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Batum will return to the bench, as Tobias Harris (ankle) is back in the starting lineup. The veteran has averaged 4.1 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 21.8 minutes in 15 games as a reserve this season.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Busy on defense in Saturday's start Batum accumulated eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals over 37 minutes during Saturday's 109-98 win over Charlotte.

Impact It was a vintage performance from Batum, who at his peak a decade ago was a consistent multi-category contributor without being a primary offensive threat. The 35-year-old forward was getting the start with Tobias Harris (ankle) sidelined, but Harris' injury isn't thought to be serious. Batum has played at least 20 minutes in his last nine games, but he's averaged just 4.8 points, 5.3 boards, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.9 threes and 0.8 blocks over that stretch while shooting a poor 30.6 percent from the floor and 23.5 percent from beyond the arc.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Saturday Batum is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus the Hornets, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Batum will replace Tobias Harris (ankle) in the starting five Saturday. Batum is averaging 3.8 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 23.0 minutes across his last five starting appearances.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Batum (foot) is good to go for Sunday's matchup with the Knicks.

Impact Batum is coming off a one-game absence, and figures to see his usual workload assuming he avoids any setbacks. The veteran forward has averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks across 26.3 minutes in his previous six games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Batum (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pelicans, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Batum has been downgraded from questionable to available Friday due to left foot soreness. KJ Martin and Kelly Oubre will likely receive increased playing time in his absence. Batum's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Knicks.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Batum is now listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pelicans due to left foot soreness.

Impact After starting in Philadelphia's previous outing, Batum is now in danger of missing Friday's contest. If the veteran forward is ruled out, KJ Martin and Kelly Oubre are candidates to receive increased playing time.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Grizzlies Batum will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Batum will step into the first unit alongside Cameron Payne, Buddy Hield, Tobias Harris and Paul Reed. In his last three games, Batum is averaging 5.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists across 30.0 minutes.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

76ers' Nick Nurse Praises Nicolas Batum's Efforts vs. Mavericks Nick Nurse heaped praise on Nicolas Batum following Sunday’s win.

MARCH 5 • SUNHERALD.COM

Pounds glass in gritty win Batum finished with seven points (2-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals in 31 minutes during Sunday's 120-116 win over Dallas.

Impact Batum didn't offer any efficient scoring, but his defensive contributions and rebounding were critical. The 35-year-old entered the victory having knocked down 44.1 percent of 2.8 threes per game, but Sunday represented Batum's season-high in shot attempts -- symbolizing his low-usage role.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Batum will come off the bench for Tuesday's game against Boston, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Kelly Oubre will move into the first unit for the 76ers. This move makes a lot of sense, as the 76ers are expecting to limit Batum to 15-25 minutes because he's coming off an injury.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Operating on restriction Batum will log 15-25 minutes of action Tuesday against Boston, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Batum's workload has been strictly monitored of late, sitting in the second half of a back-to-back Friday while logging a combined 35 minutes across two appearances after the All-Star break. He continues anchoring a starting role, however, running with the first unit in 15 consecutive appearances.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Sunday Batum will start Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Batum returned to action Thursday versus the Knicks after missing nine straight games heading into the All-Star break due to a hamstring injury. He started that contest but played just 18 minutes and was held scoreless. He was deemed available for the second half of Philadelphia's back-to-back set Friday versus Cleveland, but he didn't start and wasn't used off the bench. While Batum is back in the starting lineup Sunday, his role may remain limited.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Batum (hamstring) will come off the bench for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Batum was carrying a questionable tag into this game, but he's listed as available to play. However, the 76ers are opting to roll with Kelly Oubre in the starting lineup Friday evening.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play against Cleveland Batum (hamstring) is available for Friday's game versus the Cavaliers off the bench, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Batum has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with a nagging hamstring strain. The veteran forward logged 18 minutes in his previous appearance and will likely receive a similar workload against Cleveland.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Batum (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus Cleveland.

Impact Batum returned to action Thursday after sitting out the previous nine contests with a left hamstring strain. However, Philadelphia could opt to hold out the veteran forward on the second leg of their back-to-back Friday.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minimal usage in return Batum (hamstring) didn't attempt a field goal and recorded three rebounds and one assist in Thursday's 110-96 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Batum hasn't been a high-usage player for years, but he was especially passive on the offensive end in his return from a nine-game absence due to a hamstring strain. He took on a 2.4 percent usage rate on the night, the lowest among all the 76ers' rotation players. Now that he's healthy again, Batum looks like he'll occupy a starting role at forward alongside Tobias Harris, but the former could end up settling into a 20-to-25-minute role and likely profiles only as a deep-league option. Batum can't be relied upon for consistent scoring, but he's an efficient perimeter shooter and is capable of contributing in both of the defensive categories.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday's game Batum (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against New York, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Batum hasn't suited up since late January, but he resumed practicing before the All-Star break and has been cleared to return to game action as the 76ers resume play Thursday. Over 13 appearances in January, he averaged 5.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 26.7 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Batum (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Batum got through Wednesday's practice, so he appears to be in the final stages of rehab from the hamstring injury. We should get another update following Thursday's shootaround, but if he can get back out there, he will likely siphon away some minutes from KJ Martin and Kelly Oubre.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE