These are professional basketball players we're following - this IS growing up. Cheap shots are a sign of veteran savvy. At least that's what I'm told by ESPN/TNT announcers whenever the Big 3 in Boston are delivering them.
Nic on twitter apologized: "I want to apologize for my stupid act at the end, I showed a bad image of France and myself, Congrats to team Spain. "
I really don't think Nic is even close to being "one of the most notorious floppers in the NBA." Yeah he flops from time to time, but I think there are at least a couple players on every team that flop as much or more than him.
I LOVE THE FIRE FROM NICO!!!! Gave me goosebumps! Grew some balls and actually showed emotion and stood up for himself. Thats a big step in becoming a man.
Nic thinks he's tough after punching a guy in the balls Wow, he really is French. Nic made himself look like an ass today.
Batum angrily went for the hard foul and punched the ball. There was collateral damage. Big fucking deal. I just hope the negative backlash doesn't slow his roll. I want this aggressive Batum on my team. This was a good day.
His comments are funny and I like the nastyness, but umm not sure I can ever applaud a player for junk punching another. Still funny to see, but total bush league.