NBA: Ranking The Top 7 Free Agent Small Forwards

Feb 21, 2016; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 21, 2016; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 29, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) in action against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 100-85. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 29, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) in action against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 100-85. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Nicolas Batum, Charlotte Hornets, Unrestricted

2015-16 Stats: 15.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 43 FG%, 35 3PT%

Nic Batum had quite the season in Charlotte. The swiss army knife was the Charlotte Hornets’ second best player behind Kemba Walker and showcased his versatility night in and night out. Batum is a fantastic point forward in today’s NBA, and is able to act as a distributor alongside Walker.

Looking at all the rumors surrounding Batum, it seems very likely he will be re-signing with Charlotte, especially as he attempts to accelerate his free agency process in the attempt to play for France this summer.

Expect to see Batum back in Charlotte next season where he will continue to showcase his versatility and perimeter shooting.

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