NCAA Draft 2020: Biggest rising and falling stocks at end of non-conference

Rising – Obi Toppin

The standout wing from Dayton has been one of the best players in college basketball this season, and his name is continuing to rise. 

The No. 13 ranked Flyers have gotten off to an impressive start this season, and the primary reason for that has been the play of Toppin.

The six-foot, nine-inch sophomore has elevated his game to the point where he is now averaging 20.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2.1 assists on an absurd 63.9/41.4/75.0 percent shooting line.

Toppin checks all of the boxes that NBA Front Offices want to see. He has good size for his position, he’s a fluid athlete, and he has a smooth shooting stroke. He offers a unique package of skills that are all in high demand with the current style of play in the NBA.

Not only does Toppin look the part of an NBA guy physically, but he’s rounding out his skill set to keep up with that trajectory.

The sophomore should offer value right away as a pick-and-roll player where he can either step behind the line and stroke threes, or dive to the rim and finish strong with either hand or over the top of defenders.

Toppin showed a glimpse of all he’s capable of against Georgia at the Maui Invitational, and rather than being an outlier, that type of performance has become the norm for him this season. His name should continue to fly up draft board’s as the year goes on.