What draft pick was Jacob Toppin?

Last Modified Apr 22, 2024 12:43 GMT
What draft pick was Jacob Toppin?
Image credits: Getty Images

23-year-old Jacob Toppin is an American small forward who plays for the New York Knicks. During his high school education at Ossining High School, Toppin carved out a name for himself as a versatile athlete, and played basketball, volleyball and football.

For college, Toppin opted to play for Rhode Island, but eventually transferred to Kentucky to develop his basketball skills. After averaging 12.4 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in his senior season, Toppin declared for the 2023 NBA Draft.

Jacob Toppin Draft

Jacob Toppin went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft. However, the New York Knicks later signed him to an Exhibit 10 contract.

Jacob Toppin
Image credits: Getty Images

An Exhibit 10 contract is provided to a player by an NBA team when the team intends to eventually convert the contract to a two-way contract. These contracts can be provided in cases where the contract is one year long and non-guaranteed.

Toppin made his NBA debut with the Knicks in a blowout loss against the Milwaukee Bucks after his contract was converted to a two-way contract. On March 4, 2024, he signed a second two-way contract with the team. Across nine games in the 2023/24 season, Toppin played 4.2 minutes per game, averaging 1.4 points. As he continues to hone his skills, Toppin is sure to see a more prominent role with the New York Knicks in the coming seasons.

FAQ's On Jacob Toppin Draft Pick

A. No, Jacob Toppin went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft. He was signed by the New York Knicks to an Exhibit 10 contract later.

A. Jacob Toppin plays for the New York Knicks. He has also played for the team’s G League affiliate.

A. Jacob Toppin plays as a small forward for the New York Knicks.

A. Jacob Toppin initially played for Rhode Island before transferring to the University of Kentucky.

A. Jacob and Obi Toppin are siblings. Obi Toppin currently plays for the Indiana Pacers while Jacob plays for the New York Knicks.

Related Stories

Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics player stats and box score (April 2) | 2024-25 NBA season Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics player stats and box score (April 2) | 2024-25 NBA season
Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics player stats and box score (April 2) | 2024-25 NBA season
1d
“It’s just incredible” - Steve Kerr awestruck by 37 y/o Steph Curry dropping 52 in crucial matchup “It’s just incredible” - Steve Kerr awestruck by 37 y/o Steph Curry dropping 52 in crucial matchup
“It’s just incredible” - Steve Kerr awestruck by 37 y/o Steph Curry dropping 52 in crucial matchup
Steph Curry's wife, Ayesha shares key stats from 4x NBA champion's record night vs Grizzlies Steph Curry's wife, Ayesha shares key stats from 4x NBA champion's record night vs Grizzlies
Steph Curry's wife, Ayesha shares key stats from 4x NBA champion's record night vs Grizzlies
Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore group set to takeover full ownership of Timberwolves: Report Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore group set to takeover full ownership of Timberwolves: Report
Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore group set to takeover full ownership of Timberwolves: Report
1d
"$1.5 Bn is a steal" - NBA fans react as Alex Rodriguez & co. seal the deal to own Timberwolves after heated tussle "$1.5 Bn is a steal" - NBA fans react as Alex Rodriguez & co. seal the deal to own Timberwolves after heated tussle
"$1.5 Bn is a steal" - NBA fans react as Alex Rodriguez & co. seal the deal to own Timberwolves after heated tussle
“Do y’all think Melo is a HOFer?”: NBA fans at odds as Carmelo Anthony gets first-ballot Hall of Fame nod “Do y’all think Melo is a HOFer?”: NBA fans at odds as Carmelo Anthony gets first-ballot Hall of Fame nod
“Do y’all think Melo is a HOFer?”: NBA fans at odds as Carmelo Anthony gets first-ballot Hall of Fame nod
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report (Apr. 2): Latest on Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford's status Dallas Mavericks Injury Report (Apr. 2): Latest on Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford's status
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report (Apr. 2): Latest on Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford's status
Insider boldly predicts Warriors to make deep playoff run after Steph Curry's 52-point explosion Insider boldly predicts Warriors to make deep playoff run after Steph Curry's 52-point explosion
Insider boldly predicts Warriors to make deep playoff run after Steph Curry's 52-point explosion
TikToker Jordan makes his feelings known about unexpected fame of LeBron James 'glazing' songs TikToker Jordan makes his feelings known about unexpected fame of LeBron James 'glazing' songs
TikToker Jordan makes his feelings known about unexpected fame of LeBron James 'glazing' songs
Jeremiah Fears makes bombshell move to enter NBA 2025 Draft as one of the top 10 prospects to watch Jeremiah Fears makes bombshell move to enter NBA 2025 Draft as one of the top 10 prospects to watch
Jeremiah Fears makes bombshell move to enter NBA 2025 Draft as one of the top 10 prospects to watch
1d
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications