JT TOPPIN NEWS

Rebounds from rough outing Toppin supplied 18 points (8-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and nine rebounds over 34 minutes during Saturday's 85-84 OT loss to Iowa State.

Impact Toppin connected on half of his 16 shot attempts while finishing one rebound shy of his sixth double-double of the season. The sophomore forward rebounded from his worst performance of the season in his previous game, having posted just five points across an otherwise empty stat line in a win over BYU. Toppin has topped 10 points in every other performance this season, averaging 25.3 minutes, 17.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 0.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.5 blocks across 11 games during his first season in Ft. Worth.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Big performance in return Toppin closed with 26 points (11-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and four blocks in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 87-83 loss to UCF.

Impact Topping (lower body) posted a season-high 26 points in his return to the lineup following a four-game absence. The sophomore star added 10 rebounds, including four on the offensive end, to post his fifth double double in just eight games played this season. The transfer from New Mexico has excelled in his step up to the Big 12 this season, averaging 19.5 points, 10.9 boards, 1.4 steals and 2.1 blocks across 26.5 minutes per game for the Red Raiders.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Toppin is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against UCF.

Impact Toppin has been dealing with a lower body injury over the last several weeks, but was available for the Big 12 opener and will start immediately. That will send Eemeli Yalaho back to the bench. Toppin is one of the top newcomers in the Big 12 averaging 18.6 points and 11.0 rebounds this season.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

To return Tuesday Toppin (lower body) will be available for Tuesday's game against UCF, Cole Banker of KAMC News reports.

Impact Head coach Grant McCasland confirmed Sunday that Toppin would be returning after missing the last four games with a lower body injury. The team is also expected to get Federiko Federiko back as well, providing them with some significant reinforcements to their frontcourt. Toppin should be expected to return to the starting lineup and send Eemeli Yalaho to the bench, who had been filling in with guys injured.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Toppin (lower body) is out against Lamar on Saturday, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Toppin will miss his fourth straight game. The star center averages 18.6 points and 11.0 rebounds, and his loss will remain a significant handicap on the Red Raiders' front court. With Federiko Federiko out as well, Texas Tech is short on big men Saturday.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Toppin (lower body) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup versus Texas A&M, per RedRaidersSports.com.

Impact Toppin will mis his second straight game as he continues to deal with a lower body injury. Federiko Fedriko will get the start at center once again in his absence, and Toppin's next chance to play will be Dec. 16 versus Oral Roberts.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Toppin (undisclosed) will not play in Werdnesday's game against DePaul, RedRaiderSports.com reports.

Impact After missing warmups, Toppin will be forced to sit out this contest. He will aim to be back for Sunday's meeting with Texas A&M.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from warmups Toppin was not observed during initial warmups ahead of Wednesday's game against DePaul, Justin Apodaca of Red Raider Sports reports.

Impact Toppin's absence from warmups indicates he may be dealing with some type of injury that could force him to miss his first game of the season. The sophomore forward has started in the previous seven matchups, scoring over 10 points in each of them. More news regarding his status should surface shortly.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to dominate Toppin had 22 points (8-13 FG, 6-8 FT), 18 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 33 minutes during Thursday's 78-77 loss to Saint Joseph's.

Impact Toppin posted his third-consecutive double-double with each passing performance becoming more dominant. 12 of Toppin's 18 rebounds came on the offensive glass while the 22 points represented his third 20-plus point effort of the season. He also chipped in with a couple assists, thefts and rejections to finish off a monster performance. The sophomore transfer from New Mexico has been one of the breakout stars in college basketball thus far this season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Darrion Williams, Elijah Hawkins, JT Toppin lead Texas Tech over Arkansas-Pine Bluff 98-64

Darrion Williams scored 19 points, Elijah Hawkins and JT Toppin posted double-doubles, and Texas Tech breezed to a 98-64 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Posts back-to-back double-doubles Toppin racked up 14 points (7-10 FG), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 24 minutes during Monday's 98-64 victory over UAPB.

Impact Toppin has posted a double-double in back-to-back games, contributing a season-high five offensive boards among the 11 rebounds he collected. Additionally, after shooting 62.3 percent from the floor last season at New Mexico, he's improved to 72.9 percent this season, averaging 20.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.8 blocks across just 24.0 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

JT Toppin leads Texas Tech's rout of Wyoming JT Toppin had 24 points and 12 rebounds and Texas Tech held Wyoming without a field goal for over nine minutes in the first half in a domina...

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

JT Toppin scores 24, Chance McMillian 16 and sizzling Texas Tech routs Wyoming 96-49

JT Toppin scored 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, Chance McMillian added 16 points and hot-shooting Texas Tech routed Wyoming 96-49

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dominates underneath Toppin recorded 24 points (10-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and two steals across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 96-49 win over Wyoming.

Impact Toppin needed just 23 minutes to post his best game in limited time with the Red Raiders, compiling 24 points and 12 boards to complete his first double-double with his new team. The sophomore who transferred in from New Mexico has been better than advertised thus far for Texas Tech, averaging 22.7 points on 73.7% from the field to go along with 9.0 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 2.0 blocks over just 24 minutes per contest through three games.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Toppin's stellar night leads Texas Tech to win over Northwestern State JT Toppin scored 25 points on 10-of-11 shooting for the Red Raiders.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Toppin's near-perfect shooting night sends Texas Tech past Northwestern 86-65

JT Toppin scored 25 points, reserve Kevin Overton scored 19 points and Texas Tech beat Northwestern State 86-65

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dominant in team debut Toppin produced 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, four blocks and two steals over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 94-61 win over Bethune-Cookman.

Impact Toppin dominated on both ends of the floor, contributing 19 points on 66.7% shooting while adding eight boards, four blocks and two steals. The sophomore transfer from New Mexico averaged 12.4 points, 9.1 rebounds and 1.9 blocks last year for the Lobos and is off to an impressive start this season for the Red Raiders.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Texas Tech lands MWC Freshman of the Year JT Toppin Former New Mexico forward JT Toppin, the Mountain West Conference Freshman of the Year, has transferred to Texas Tech, the school announced...

MAY 28, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commits to Texas Tech Toppin committed to Texas Tech on Tuesday, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Toppin committing to Texas Tech indicates he will withdraw from the 2024 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 12.4 points and 9.1 rebounds across his 36 games (35 started) as a freshman enrolled at New Mexico. According to Ben Golan of Rivals.com, Toppin is expected to be TTU's primary option at power forward alongside fellow projected starters Darrion Williams and Fede Federiko.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Draft Combine results, winners: Reed Sheppard, Zach Edey shine bright in Chicago

With the 2024 NBA Draft Combine coming to a close, FOX Sports' John Fanta lists seven players who elevated their draft stock.

MAY 16, 2024

Transfer Portal Scoop: Latest Intel on top uncommitted players Chaz Lanier, Cam Christie, JT Toppin, DJ Wagner Here's the latest intel we are hearing on some of the top available transfers including Chaz Lanier, Cam Christie, JT Toppin, DJ Wagner and...

MAY 14, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Will enter transfer portal Toppin will enter the NCAA's transfer portal, Brandon Jenkins of 247Sports reports.

Impact Now, Toppin has opened up his availability to all college teams, which is even more unwelcome news for New Mexico. While the 2024 NBA Draft still takes priority, other colleges now have the opportunity to convince him to take his second year of collegiate eligibility.

APRIL 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows out vs. Air Force Toppin notched 18 points (8-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 82-56 victory over Air Force.

Impact The freshman forward added another double-double to his resume during Tuesday's win, bringing his season total up to 11 (with three in his last seven outings). Toppin has been a crucial piece of this Lobos team throughout the year, averaging 12.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game while appearing in all 32 of New Mexico's games. The Lobos could be on the outside looking in when it comes to the NCAA Tournament, so a win Thursday against Boise State would really help the team's chances of making it for first time since 2014.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Toppin's 18 lead New Mexico over Air Force 82-56 in Mountain West Conference Tournament

Led by JT Toppin's 18 points, the New Mexico Lobos defeated the Air Force Falcons 82-56 in the first round of the Mountain West Conference Tournament on Wednesday night

MARCH 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bounces-back vs. Broncos Toppin ended with 21 points (9-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three blocks and two steals across 27 minutes during Saturday's 89-79 loss to Boise State.

Impact Toppin finished Saturday's loss as New Mexico's leading-scorer, putting up 21 points while shooting an impressive 75 percent from the field and 100 percent from behind the arc. The freshman's impact went further than just scoring as well, as he dominated the paint, grabbing eight boards and blocking three shots. The Lobos have now dropped to sixth in the Mountain West after losing four of their last six games, and Toppin will look to help get the team back on track Wednesday against Fresno State.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE