Toppin contributed 31 points (11-19 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 32 minutes in Wednesday's 134-130 overtime win over Washington.
Toppin dominated Wednesday's overtime contest off the bench, leading all players in scoring and threes made while finishing with a double-digit rebound total in an impressive 30-10 double-double showcase. Toppin set new season-high marks in scoring, rebounds and threes made while also recording his first double-double of the campaign.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Splits minutes in middle
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Toppin accumulated 14 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 124-117 loss to the Lakers.
With Myles Turner (neck) unavailable, Thomas Bryant got the start at center for the Pacers but played just 23 minutes, while Toppin saw a nearly equal workload from the second unit. Toppin has scored in double digits in four of the last five games, averaging 11.0 points, 5.0 boards, 1.4 threes and 1.0 assists in 18.6 minutes a contest over that stretch, but he may see only a modest boost in his usage if Turner misses any further action.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Sees just nine minutes
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Toppin contributed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one block in nine minutes during Tuesday's 112-89 loss to Portland.
With just nine minutes of action, Toppin saw his lowest workload since Dec. 26. He's averaged just 15.8 minutes over his last 10 appearances, but has been productive in those limited minutes with 8.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Flirts with double-double in win
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Toppin registered 18 points (8-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block across 15 minutes during Saturday's 132-127 win over the Hawks.
Toppin fell one rebound short of what would have been his first double-double of the season. Much like the 2023-24 campaign, Toppin's role seemingly fluctuates from one game to the next. As long as the Pacers remain relatively healthy, he will continue to serve as an energy piece off the bench, providing serviceable production on both ends of the floor.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Lifts bench in scoring in defeat
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Toppin chipped in 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists over 19 minutes during Thursday's 140-110 loss to the Spurs.
Toppin provided an offensive spark off the Pacers bench in Thursday's blowout contest, connecting on a team-high-tying trio of threes while leading all Indiana second-unit players in scoring. Toppin, one of five Indiana players in double figures Thursday, has reached double figures off the bench in three of his last five contests.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Three pilfers off bench
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Toppin recorded 12 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and three steals over 18 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 108-93 victory over Cleveland.
The three steals tied his season high, and Toppin has scored in double digits in five of the last six games -- although he hasn't delivered more than 12 points since Dec. 19. The fifth-year big is averaging 10.2 points, 4.2 boards, 1.0 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.8 threes in 19.2 minutes over that six-game stretch.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Quiet in return
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Toppin had four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block across 12 minutes during Tuesday's 120-112 loss to the Bucks.
Toppin returned from a two-game absence but struggled to rediscover the form from prior to his ankle injury. Although this was far from a convincing performance, Toppin has been a solid piece for the Pacers this season, at one point scoring double-digit points in nine straight games. His playing time should increase as he continues to work his way back from the injury.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Available to play
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Toppin (ankle) is available to play Tuesday against the Bucks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Toppin will be returning from a two-game absence, and there's no word of any restrictions. With this news, Jarace Walker could see fewer minutes Tuesday. Toppin has averaged 10.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.8 steals in 19.9 minutes over his last 10 appearances.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Questionable to play Tuesday
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Toppin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Toppin has missed the last two games due to a left ankle sprain, but he could make his return New Year's Eve. Jarace Walker, Ben Sheppard and Johnny Furphy would all be in line to see more minutes off the bench if Toppin isn't cleared to play Tuesday.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Won't play Sunday
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Toppin (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
Toppin will miss a second straight game due to a left ankle sprain. In his absence, Jarace Walker and Johnny Furphy are candidates for increased roles. Toppin's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against the Bucks.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Questionable to face Celtics
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Toppin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Boston, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
Toppin missed Friday's contest due to a left ankle sprain and is at risk of missing a second straight game. Jarace Walker played 28 minutes Friday and would likely see an expanded role once again if Toppin can't go Sunday.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Officially ruled out
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Toppin (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Celtics.
Toppin will miss Friday's contest due to a left ankle sprain he suffered against the Thunder. Jarace Walker will likely receive increased playing time in his absence. Toppin's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Boston.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Expected to sit Friday
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Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Toppin (ankle) is unlikely to play Friday against Boston, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Toppin sat out the second half of Thursday's 120-114 loss to the Thunder due to a left ankle sprain, finishing the contest with five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and three rebounds in seven minutes. The severity of Toppin's ankle sprain isn't yet known, but the Pacers aren't counting on him being available for the second leg of the back-to-back set. Jarace Walker would be a candidate for an expanded role Friday if Toppin is ultimately ruled out.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Shut down vs. Thunder
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Toppin won't return to Thursday's game against the Thunder due to a left ankle sprain. He recorded five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over seven minutes before departing.
Toppin suffered the ankle injury early in Thursday's matchup and attempted to tough it out, but it was clear he was moving a bit gingerly. He'll be considered questionable for Friday's game against Boston until the team evaluates the 26-year-old further.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Returns Thursday
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Toppin (ankle) has returned to Thursday's game against the Thunder, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Toppin sprained his left ankle during the first quarter, though he returned to action midway through the second. The big man should be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way, but Jarace Walker could see an uptick in playing time if Toppin is limited.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Iffy to return Thursday
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Toppin sustained a sprained left ankle during the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Thunder and is questionable to return.
Toppin supplied five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and a rebound across three minutes before heading back to the locker room. If he's unable to return, Jarace Walker will likely see an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Provides spark off bench in win
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Toppin ended Friday's 121-107 victory over the 76ers with 20 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three steals in 31 minutes.
Toppin provided a spark off the bench in small-ball lineups for the Pacers against a 76ers team that lost Joel Embiid (nose) in the first half, recording a season-high three steals and falling just one point shy of his season-high mark of 21 points set back during a Nov. 15 loss to the Heat. Toppin has been on a heater since the calendar turned to December, averaging 15.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 2.0 three-pointers in 22.6 minutes per game through his last six outings. The 26-year-old versatile forward is worth streaming in fantasy leagues while he's running hot from the second unit, but he would likely need an injury to a member of Indiana's frontcourt in order to gain more stable playing time.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Returns to game Sunday
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Toppin returned to Sunday's game against the Grizzlies in the fourth quarter, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Toppin was hit while dunking during the third quarter and sustained a left ankle sprain. However, he's back and should be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Iffy to return Sunday
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Toppin is questionable to return during Sunday's game against Memphis due to a left ankle sprain.
Toppin was hit while dunking during the third quarter, though he remained in the game briefly. If the big man is unable to return for the fourth quarter, Myles Turner and Jarace Walker should pick up the slack the rest of the way.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Plays just 16 minutes
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Toppin notched seven points (3-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists across 16 minutes during Monday's 114-110 win over the Pelicans.
Toppin has now played 17 or fewer minutes in four straight games, as his upside continues to be capped by limited workloads. He's been particularly cold from beyond the arc this season which doesn't help his case, as he's hitting 29.6 percent of his three-pointers on 3.2 attempts per game.