Last Updated on April 17, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the information about JT Toppin:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Jadyn Toppin
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: June 14, 2005
  • Hometown: Dallas, Texas, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
  • Number: Wears #15
  • Position: Power Forward / Small Forward
  • High School: Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff (Dallas, Texas)
    • Led the team to two state championships in 2022 and 2023.
  • College:
    • University of New Mexico (2023–2024): As a freshman, averaged 12.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game. Named Mountain West Freshman of the Year and earned Second-team All-Mountain West honors.
    • Texas Tech University (2024–present): Transferred to Texas Tech after his freshman year at New Mexico.
  • NBA Draft: Not yet eligible; currently playing college basketball.
  • Teams Played For: N/A
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: None
  • Siblings: Has three siblings.

Player Archetype / Play Style

JT Toppin’s player archetype is that of a high-motor interior forward, the sort of frontcourt piece who changes possessions with rebounding, rim pressure, and defensive activity. He is built with a strong 6-foot-9 frame and good pop, and that combination shows up in the way he plays through contact, gets off the floor quickly, and covers ground better than a lot of power forwards his size. On offense, his best work comes around the basket as a finisher, roller, cutter, and second-chance scorer, with his feel for timing and effort on the glass giving him a steady source of points. Defensively, he looks most comfortable as an active help defender who can protect the lane, switch in spots, and use his length and mobility to bother both interior players and smaller matchups. The overall style is pretty clear: Toppin brings energy, toughness, and athleticism first, making him the kind of forward who can tilt games without needing plays called for him. (Sports Business Classroom)

Sources:

Texas Tech Red Raiders — JT Toppin – Men’s Basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders
Sports Business Classroom — Scouting Texas Tech Forward JT Toppin
Babcock Hoops — 2026 NBA Draft: JT Toppin Scouting Report
NBADraftRoom — JT Toppin