Career Timeline of Obi Toppin: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Obi Toppin, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Obi Toppin is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. He is a power forward known for his athleticism and scoring ability. Before joining the NBA, Toppin played college basketball for the Dayton Flyers, where he achieved significant recognition for his performance and contributions to the team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2019: Declared for the 2019 NBA draft

In 2019, after his red-shirt freshman season, Obi Toppin declared for the 2019 NBA draft without hiring an agent. After working out for several NBA teams, he withdrew from the draft to return to Dayton.

February 22, 2020: 1,000th Career Point

On February 22, 2020, Obi Toppin scored his 1,000th career point during an 80–70 win over Duquesne, scoring 28 points.

November 18, 2020: Drafted by the New York Knicks

On November 18, 2020, Obi Toppin was selected as the eighth overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft by the New York Knicks.

2020: Prospect for the 2020 NBA draft

Entering his red-shirt sophomore season, Obi Toppin was named the 24th-best prospect for the 2020 NBA draft by ESPN.

2020: Pacers joined by 2020 NBA draft players.

In 2020, Obi Toppin was joined by Jalen Smith, Tyrese Haliburton, Aaron Nesmith and Jordan Nwora, all selected in the 2020 NBA draft, as members of the Indiana Pacers

January 13, 2021: Return after injury

On January 13, 2021, Obi Toppin returned from an injury sustained in his NBA debut, playing in a 109–116 loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

April 8, 2022: Career-High 35 Points

On April 8, 2022, Obi Toppin recorded a then-career-high 35 points and 2 steals in a 114–92 win over the Washington Wizards.

April 5, 2023: 32 Points against the Indiana Pacers

On April 5, 2023, Obi Toppin scored 32 points with 6 assists in a win over the Indiana Pacers.

July 7, 2023: Traded to the Indiana Pacers

On July 7, 2023, Obi Toppin was traded to the Indiana Pacers for two future second-round picks, one day after his brother signed with the Knicks.

2023: Traded to the Indiana Pacers in 2023

In 2023, Obi Toppin was traded to the Indiana Pacers.

January 26, 2024: Double-Double and Game-Winning Layup

On January 26, 2024, Obi Toppin recorded a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds, including a game-winning layup in a 133–131 win over the Phoenix Suns.

July 6, 2024: Re-signed with Pacers

On July 6, 2024, Obi Toppin re-signed with the Pacers on a four-year, $60 million contract.

March 17, 2025: Season-High 34 Points

On March 17, 2025, Obi Toppin scored a season-high 34 points, including 12 in overtime and the game-winning three-pointer, to snap Minnesota's eight-game winning streak in a 132-130 overtime win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.