NICOLAS BATUM NEWS

Enters starting lineup Batum will start in Wednesday's game versus the Jazz, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Batum and Norman Powell will replace Kawhi Leonard (rest) and Paul George (hamstring) in the starting lineup Wednesday. The veteran forward is averaging 7.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 29.8 minutes across his previous nine starts this season.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts back to bench Batum is not in the starting lineup Tuesday against the 76ers, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Batum started the past four games and averaged 4.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 steals in 29.0 minutes during that stretch. He'll return to the bench Tuesday with Paul George (hamstring) coming back from a five-game absence.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against ATL Batum is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Batum was cleared to play a few hours before the 9 p.m. ET tipoff, but he's not only available, he's jumping straight into the lineup with Paul George (hamstring) and Luke Kennard (calf) sidelined. Batum is averaging 10.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game across five starts this season.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Sunday Batum (ankle) is available to play Sunday against the Hawks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Batum is set to return after a two-game absence and after being out of three of the team's last four contests. The veteran is averaging 9.1 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game across 15 appearances since the start of December.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Hawks Batum (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Hawks, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Batum has missed three of the past four games due to a sprained left ankle. Paul George (hamstring) and Luke Kennard (calf) are also questionable Sunday.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paul George, Kawhi Leonard sit out for Clippers in Minnesota

Paul George and Kawhi Leonard sat out the Los Angeles Clippers’ game Friday night in Minnesota to manage their health following a loss Thursday in Denver

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Downgraded to out Batum (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Timberwolves, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Batum will miss his second straight game Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a left ankle sprain. Amir Coffey and Moses Brown will likely see extended minutes in his absence. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Atlanta.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Friday Batum (ankle) is unlikely to play in Friday's game versus Minnesota, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Batum will most likely miss both games in the Clippers' back-to-back due to a left ankle sprain, as he has already been ruled out Thursday. If he can't suit up Friday, his next chance to play is Sunday's matchup with the Hawks.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Thursday Batum will not play in Thursday's game against Denver due to a left ankle sprain, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Batum suffered the injury on Dec. 29 and missed one game before returning to the hardwood Monday and logging 23 minutes. However, the injury has lingered and will result in him missing the first leg of a back-to-back set that features a pair of road contests. In his stead, Robert Covington could see an expanded role.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Batum (ankle) is available for Monday's contest against the Heat, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Batum missed the Clippers' past contest but will officially be available for Monday's matchup against Miami. The veteran forward is averaging 6.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 21.1 minutes over his first 37 showings this season.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Batum (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Heat, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Batum didn't play on New Year's Eve against the Pacers, and it remains to be seen if he'll sit on back-to-back games for the first time in the current campaign. The veteran sharpshooter is averaging 6.3 points per game while shooting 41.8 percent from three-point range in 37 outings (five starts) this season.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Indiana Batum (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus the Pacers, Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Batum has been downgraded from questionable to out Saturday due to a left ankle sprain. His next opportunity to play is Monday's matchup with the Heat.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Batum is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers with a left ankle sprain.

Impact Batum is questionable to miss his first game of the season Saturday. Robert Covington, Amir Coffey and Marcus Morris are candidates to see extended minutes in his potential absence. His next chance to suit up will be Friday's matchup with Miami if he can't play versus Indiana.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Batum isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the Raptors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Batum will be replaced by Kawhi Leonard in the starting five Tuesday after starting in his place during the first leg of the back-to-back. Batum posted seven points, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 31 minutes Monday.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Monday Batum will start Monday against the Pistons, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Batum will get the nod over Kawhi Leonard, who had already been ruled due to injury management of his right knee. This will be Batum's fifth start of the season, and he has averaged 10.8 points per game while shooting 47.8 percent from three-point range in the previous four.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

At 1,006 games and counting, Clippers' Nicolas Batum is one of NBA's survivors PHILADELPHIA — Clippers teammates were gathering in the key and coaches were talking in a circle at midcourt, but Nicolas Batum was in no hu...

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Drops 21 points off bench Batum ended Wednesday's 126-105 win over Charlotte with 21 points (7-10 FG, 7-10 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal across 20 minutes.

Impact Batum started Saturday against the Wizards but returned to the bench with Paul George back in action Wednesday. Although Batum saw a decrease in playing time, he had plenty of looks from the floor and topped 20 points for just the second time this season. He's also tallied at least seven rebounds in four of the last five matchups and has averaged 10.4 points and 5.8 rebounds in 24.2 minutes per game during that time.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers use full roster to rout Hornets 126-105

Paul George scored 22 points, Nicolas Batum added 21 and the injury-ravaged Los Angeles Clippers had their whole roster available in a 126-105 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to bench Batum isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Charlotte, Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Batum will be replaced by Paul George in the starting lineup Wednesday. The veteran forward is averaging 10.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in his four starts this season.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Saturday Batum will start Saturday's game versus the Wizards, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Batum gets a look with the starting unit instead of Terance Mann on Saturday, as the Clippers go with a little more size in the starting unit. The veteran Batum is averaging nearly 30 minutes per game in his three starts, notching 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists in that role.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent bench contribution in win Batum produced 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 99-88 victory over the Timberwolves.

Impact Batum put together a solid stat line in 31 minutes off the bench. Batum deserves fantasy consideration due to his solid production floor. He also has spotless attendance record, a feat that few Clippers have provided this season. Whenever Kawhi Leonard rests, Batum and Marcus Morris are the usual candidates for a boost.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

George has triple-double, Clippers beat Timberwolves 99-88

Kawhi Leonard scored 19 points, Paul George had a triple-double and the Los Angeles Clippers rallied to beat the undermanned Minnesota Timberwolves 99-88 on Wednesday night for the...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Clippers edge Wizards 114-107 in Wall's return to Washington

Nicolas Batum made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 23.8 seconds remaining and the Los Angeles Clippers sent the Washington Wizards to their sixth straight loss, 114-107

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Coming off bench Saturday Batum will come off the bench Saturday against the Wizards, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Kawhi Leonard and Paul George available, Batum will head back to the bench. In his past 10 appearances as a reserve, he's averaged 3.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 19.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Clippers 116-111 in OT, snap 9-game losing streak

Pablo Banchero scored 10 of his 23 points in overtime and the Orlando Magic snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 116-111 win over the Los Angeles Clippers

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS