Career Timeline of Nicolas Batum: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Nicolas Batum, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Nicolas Batum is a French professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA. He is also a prominent member of the French national team. Batum is an Olympic medalist, having won a silver medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo and also winning a silver medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2006: Le Mans Season Stats

During the 2006-2007 French league season, Nicolas Batum averaged 3.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 0.5 assists in 13 minutes per game while playing for Le Mans.

2007: Le Mans Season Stats

During the 2007-2008 French league season, Nicolas Batum averaged 12.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 28 minutes per game while playing for Le Mans.

2007: Nike Hoop Summit Performance

In 2007, Nicolas Batum delivered an impressive performance at the Nike Hoop Summit, scoring 23 points, grabbing four rebounds, and recording four steals in 28 minutes of play.

2008: Le Mans Season Stats

During the 2007-2008 French league season, Nicolas Batum averaged 12.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 28 minutes per game while playing for Le Mans.

2008: Entered NBA Draft

In 2008, Nicolas Batum entered the NBA draft, considered one of the most talented young players in Europe and ranked #17 among international players born in 1988.

2008: NBA Draft and Trade to Portland

In 2008, Nicolas Batum was selected by the Houston Rockets with the 25th pick in the NBA draft but was immediately traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for the rights to Darrell Arthur and Joey Dorsey.

2008: Moved into Starting Lineup

In the 2008-09 season, Nicolas Batum moved into the starting lineup for the Portland Trail Blazers' fourth game, replacing Travis Outlaw.

March 13, 2009: Season-High Performance Against Nets

On March 13, 2009, Nicolas Batum recorded a season-high 20 points and made a clutch three-pointer in the final seconds, contributing to a 109-100 victory over the New Jersey Nets.

January 25, 2010: Return from Injury

On January 25, 2010, Nicolas Batum played in his first game of the season after recovering from a torn cartilage injury in his right shoulder.

February 27, 2010: First 30-Point Game

On February 27, 2010, Nicolas Batum scored more than 30 points for the first time in his career, with a 31-point performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, including 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals.

2010: Improved passing skills

In the 2012-13 season, Nicolas Batum had a career year, achieving career-highs in nearly every statistical category. He significantly improved his passing, averaging 4.9 assists, more than triple his previous career-high, his previous career high in 2010-2011 being 1.5 assists per game.

August 2011: Signed with SLUC Nancy

In August 2011, during the NBA lockout, Nicolas Batum signed a one-year contract with SLUC Nancy in the French Basketball League, which was valid until the lockout ended.

June 25, 2012: Qualifying Offer from Trail Blazers

On June 25, 2012, the Portland Trail Blazers extended a qualifying offer to Nicolas Batum, making him a restricted free agent.

July 18, 2012: Trail Blazers Match Timberwolves' Offer

On July 18, 2012, the Portland Trail Blazers matched the Minnesota Timberwolves' $46 million/4 year offer sheet, ensuring Nicolas Batum would remain with the team through the 2015-16 campaign.

November 16, 2012: Tied Career High of 35 Points

On November 16, 2012, Nicolas Batum tied a career-high of 35 points in a 119-117 overtime win against the Houston Rockets.

2012: Career Year

January 21, 2013: First Triple-Double

On January 21, 2013, Nicolas Batum recorded his first career triple-double in a 98–95 loss to the Washington Wizards, with 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists, along with 3 steals and 2 blocks.

June 24, 2015: Traded to Charlotte Hornets

On June 24, 2015, Nicolas Batum was traded to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Gerald Henderson, Jr. and Noah Vonleh.

August 1, 2015: Played for Team Africa

On August 1, 2015, Nicolas Batum played for Team Africa at the 2015 NBA Africa exhibition game.

2015: Trail Blazers Match Timberwolves' Offer

On July 18, 2012, the Portland Trail Blazers matched the Minnesota Timberwolves' $46 million/4 year offer sheet, ensuring Nicolas Batum would remain with the team through the 2015-16 campaign.

July 7, 2016: Re-signed with Hornets

On July 7, 2016, Nicolas Batum re-signed with the Charlotte Hornets on a five-year, $120 million contract.

December 23, 2016: Triple-Double Against Bulls

On December 23, 2016, Nicolas Batum recorded his first triple-double of the season with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 103–91 win over the Chicago Bulls.

March 2017: Shareholder in Infinity Nine Sports

In March 2017, Nicolas Batum became a shareholder in Infinity Nine Sports, owned by Tony Parker, and took over as director of basketball operations at ASVEL Basket.

November 15, 2017: Season Debut After Injury

On November 15, 2017, Nicolas Batum made his season debut, scoring 16 points in 32 minutes as a starter in a 115–107 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, after recovering from an elbow injury.

January 31, 2018: Triple-Double Against Hawks

On January 31, 2018, Nicolas Batum had 10 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 123–110 win over the Atlanta Hawks.

March 10, 2018: 29 Points Against Suns

On March 10, 2018, Nicolas Batum recorded 29 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a 122–115 win over the Phoenix Suns.

November 29, 2020: Waived by Hornets

On November 29, 2020, Nicolas Batum was waived by the Charlotte Hornets.

December 1, 2020: Signed with Los Angeles Clippers

On December 1, 2020, after clearing waivers, Nicolas Batum signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.

May 31, 2021: Started as Center for Clippers

On May 31, 2021, Nicolas Batum started for the Los Angeles Clippers as a center in game four against the Dallas Mavericks during the 2021 NBA playoffs.

August 13, 2021: Re-signed with Clippers

On August 13, 2021, Nicolas Batum re-signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.

July 6, 2022: Re-signed with Clippers

On July 6, 2022, Nicolas Batum re-signed with the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year deal.

November 2023: Traded to Philadelphia 76ers

On 1 November 2023, Nicolas Batum was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers along with Marcus Morris Sr., Kenyon Martin Jr. and Robert Covington from the Clippers in exchange for James Harden, P. J. Tucker, and Filip Petrušev.