The agent for restricted free agent Nicolas Batum told Blazers GM Neil Olshey not to contact his client during negotiations.
CSNNW's Chris Haynes has done an excellent job tracking this story, which needless to say hasn't gotten nearly enough attention. Batum's agent, Bouna Ndiaye, has been at odds with Blazers management ever since they reportedly low-balled the rising star on an extension last season. We've cautioned folks not to set it in stone that Batum will stay, and with each passing report his once favorable odds head toward a coin flip.
Source: CSNNE.com
Jun 29 - 3:02 PM