David Robert Batton (born March 26, 1956) is a retired American professional basketball player.

Batton played college basketball at the University of Notre Dame, with the Fighting Irish.

After college, he was selected by the New Jersey Nets, in the 3rd round (62nd pick overall), of the 1978 NBA draft.

He played for the Washington Bullets (1982–83), and San Antonio Spurs (1983–84), in the National Basketball Association, in 58 games.

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