Nicolas Batum

Batum is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Raptors, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

With John Collins (groin) and Ivica Zubac (ankle) ruled out, the Clippers will feature an unusual starting lineup against the Wizards. Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Jordan Miller and Nicolas Batum figure to play key roles off the bench for Los Angeles on Wednesday, as the team looks to win its fourth straight game.

Absent from the Clippers' initial injury report, Collins' name has been added less than an hour before the scheduled tip time. With Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) already out, the Clippers may have to turn to Nicolas Batum to move into the starting lineup. Kobe Brown would also be in line for a few rotation minutes off the bench.