Nicolas Batum retires at 37; Tony Parker pays tribute
France star Nicolas Batum has ended his career at 37. Tony Parker said he always saw him as a younger brother and that Batum deserves the highest recognition.
Nicolas Batum has retired from basketball at 37.
His best years came with the France national team. He won two Olympic silver medals and two World Cup bronzes, and took gold, silver and bronze at EuroBasket.
Tony Parker, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, reacted to the news. "I feel nostalgic," he said. "I always thought of him as a younger brother. We spoke on Tuesday, and it is very strange to see him finish his career. Nicolas is one of the best players in the history of French basketball, and his career deserves the highest recognition."
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