Nicolas Batum
#33PF · Los Angeles Clippers
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 1196 | 9.6 | 4.7 | 3.0 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 43.6% | 37.0% | 83.1% |
| 2025-26 | 65 | 4.0 | 2.6 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 40.2% | 40.0% | 81.8% |
| 2024-25 | 7 | 5.6 | 3.9 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 1.7 | 39.4% | 39.4% | 0.0% |
| 2023-24 | 6 | 6.3 | 5.8 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 41.4% | 40.9% | 62.5% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$11.5M
AAV
$5.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Nicolas Batum's contract with the Los Angeles Clippers grades out as an overpay, earning a D CVI grade. At $5.7M per year over 2 years, this is a role player contract. Nicolas's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 37, the age-adjusted value factors in potential decline over the contract term. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Nicolas to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Nicolas Batum earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 1196 career games, Nicolas has averaged 9.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game. Nicolas's strongest metric is FG% at 4361.0, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is PPG at 9.6, below the Power Forward median of 15.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Nicolas ranks 65th in overall performance. Nicolas will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Current Sentiment
Batum's veteran presence remains valued despite concerning C-minus performance grades this season. On-court play shows decline; inconsistency frustrates fans expecting more from experienced wing. Five-point-seven million contract appears reasonable for depth, though production doesn't justify starter minutes. Media narrative centers on whether age limits his effectiveness in championship window. Fan outlook remains cautiously optimistic about his veteran leadership, skeptical about scoring contributions.
Transaction History
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