JT Toppin's NIL deals

Last Modified Mar 27, 2025 11:42 GMT
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JT Toppin. Source: Getty Images

JT Toppin is a forward for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and plays as a sophomore in the 2024-2025 season. Toppin hails from Dallas, Texas, and attended Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff. He transferred from the University of New Mexico, where he was named the Mountain West Freshman of the Year for the 2023-24 season. In his freshman year, he averaged 12.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game while shooting 62.3% from the field. He scored 12 double-doubles in his freshman season, placing him among the nation’s top freshman players. Toppin also contributed to New Mexico's win in the Mountain West Tournament. He registered a double-double in the title game. Toppin also received a selection in the All-Mountain West Second Team. Following the season, he attended the NBA Draft Combine and withdrew to commit to Texas Tech. In the 2024-25 season, he averaged 16.3 points along with 8.5 rebounds per game, ranking him among the top in the Big 12 conference for offensive rebounds and double-doubles.

As a sophomore, he was ranked third in the Big 12 conference in rebounding with 8.5 per game and fourth in scoring at 16.3 points per game. He has had six double-doubles, scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds against Arizona. He missed four non-conference games with an injury but came back strong, registering 26 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks against the University of Central Florida. He had three straight double-doubles early in the season, including a career-high 18 rebounds against Saint Joseph's. He also made 12 offensive rebounds, ranking him second in Texas Tech history. Toppin has scored over 20 points in six games and held single-digit figures twice. He was the Big 12 Newcomer of the Week in December and leads Tech in double-doubles, with 18 in his career and six during the 2024-2025 season.

JT Toppin NIL deal 2024-2025

JT Toppin has deals with Athlete Thread, Raising Cane's, and Team Vktry, as per his official Instagram account, as of March 2025.

JT Toppin NIL deal tracker

DateDeal Partner
12/21/ 2024Athletes Thread
2/27/2025Raising Cane
3/24/2025Team Vktry

Athletes Thread

Toppin signed a partnership with Athletes Thread on December 21, 2024, according to JT Toppin's official Instagram account. The Texas Tech Thread is the official licensed branch of Athletes Thread. As part of the deal, Athletes Thread launched JT Toppin's merch.

Raising Cane's

JT Toppin partnered with Raising Cane's for an NIL deal, as per his official Instagram account. According to the caption on the same post, Toppin is an ambassador for Raising Cane's.

Team Vktry

JT Toppin signed with Team Vktry, as per his official Instagram account. He endorsed Vktry Insoles as part of the deal.

FAQs on JT Toppin's NIL deals

A. JT Toppin played his freshman season at New Mexico.

A. JT Toppin averaged 12.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game.

A. JT Toppin was named Mountain West Freshman of the Year and All-Mountain West Second Team.

A. JT Toppin withdrew to transfer to Texas Tech for the 2024-25 season.

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