The veteran forward has re-established himself as a key contributor since the Clippers and their coach took a chance on him, and he envisions something similar for Westbrook.
PLAYA VISTA — Nicolas Batum doesn’t care about Russell Westbrook’s past. The Clippers forward has heard the stories, watched him play since they both entered the league 14 years ago and followed his career, which has gone from league MVP to expendable bench player.
Batum is speaking from experience. After a series of injuries and poor production in Charlotte, the Hornets found Batum expendable and waived him in 2020 after five seasons. He found out he had been let go on Twitter. In his two-plus seasons in L.A., the 14-year veteran has averaged 7.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists, largely off the bench.
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