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Knicks are trading former lottery pick and fan favorite Obi Toppin to Pacers, AP source says

The New York Knicks are trading Obi Toppin to the Indiana Pacers, dealing away a former lottery pick who was loved by fans but never as much by coach Tom Thibodeau

JULY 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reports: Toppin will be traded from Knicks after three seasons Former Dayton Flyers forward Obi Toppin will play his fourth season in the NBA with the team closest to his college home.

JULY 1, 2023 • DAYTONDAILYNEWS.COM

Dealt to Indiana The Knicks traded Toppin to the Pacers for two future second-round picks Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Toppin started just five games for New York in 2022-23, as he was stuck behind Julius Randle and Mitchell Robinson in the frontcourt. However, he will likely be competing with rookie Jarace Walker for a starting power forward job in Indiana next year. Last season, Toppin averaged 7.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 15.7 minutes across 67 games.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Obi Toppin is worth monitoring during trade season; is a reunion with Kristaps Porzingis in play? The clock is starting in earnest on Obi Toppin. The power forward has wowed fans with his electric dunks, but remains on the end of any rota...

JUNE 23, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

Obi Toppin is worth monitoring during trade season The clock is starting in earnest on Obi Toppin. The power forward has wowed fans with his electric dunks, but remains on the end of any rota...

JUNE 19, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

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Solid effort in spot start Toppin registered 18 points (7-15 FG, 4-11 3Pt), eight rebounds and one steal in 31 minutes during Sunday's 108-101 loss to the Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Impact Toppin replaced Julius Randle (ankle) in the starting lineup, ending with a relatively strong line. There is no word on whether Randle will continue to miss time moving forward. However, should that be the case, Toppin figures to feature heavily as the Knicks look to wrestle back the advantage over a dogged Heat outfit.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start sans Randle Toppin will start Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Heat on Sunday, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Impact Toppin will move into the starting lineup in place of Julius Randle, who's been ruled out after tweaking his ankle during the Knicks' close-out Game 5 win over Cleveland. Through five playoff contests, Toppin has averaged 8.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 17.2 minutes per game.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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APRIL 27, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

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APRIL 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tops 30 points for first time Toppin chipped in 32 points (11-18 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal across 43 minutes during Wednesday's 138-129 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Toppin has posted his season-high in points in consecutive games. After scoring 21 points on Sunday, Toppin upped his output against a short-handed Pacers roster. The 25-year-old reached season highs in made field goals, made threes and made free throws. With the Knicks locked into a first-round matchup against the Cavaliers, Toppin will likely get more opportunities for big games to end the regular season.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tops 20 points for first time Toppin registered 21 points (9-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt), one rebound, four assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Sunday's 118-109 victory over the Wizards.

Impact With Julius Randle (ankle) out for the rest of the regular season, Toppin has gotten two straight starts. He delivered with a season-high 21 points Sunday. With a few threes, assists and steals, the former first round pick was an all-around performer for the Knicks. In his two starts Toppin is averaging 16.5 points with 2.5 made triples. If you are looking for some help in the final week of the season, Toppin looks to have an elevated role.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Getting the start Friday Toppin will enter the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cavaliers according to Fred Katz of The Athletic.

Impact Julius Randle (sprained left ankle) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, leaving the door open for Toppin to play a massive role for the remainder of the regular season. Fantasy managers looking for a boost in scoring, rebounding and playmaking would be wise to scoop him up off the waiver wire.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 17, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pops for 10 points in loss Toppin closed Saturday's 106-95 loss to the Clippers with 10 points (4-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 13 minutes.

Impact Toppin scored in double-digits for the first time in almost a month, a reflection of how underwhelming his season has been. Despite having some clear upside, Toppin's role is typically limited to no more than 15 minutes per night. While his long-term appeal remains intact, his ROS value is basically non-existent at this point.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine points in 12 minutes Toppin contributed nine points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four rebounds across 12 minutes during Monday's 109-94 victory over the Celtics.

Impact Toppin continues to play around 15 minutes per game, which limits his overall fantasy value, and even when he makes an impression on the game, it's hardly ever prolific. He's appeared in 23 straight contests and has scored in double figures just three times during that stretch, posting 4.8 points and 2.3 rebounds in 12.1 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Pacers among teams to have interest in Obi Toppin Ian Begley: Indiana is among teams who have shown interest in NYK’s Obi Toppin. If they don’t have plans to play him, Knicks should do right...

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

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