JT Toppin's return uncertain as ACL recovery continues for Texas Tech
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Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Texas Tech basketball faces uncertainty as star player JT Toppin's recovery from a torn ACL remains incomplete. Toppin, who was expected to make a significant impact this season, has not been practicing with the team due to his injury. Head coach Grant McCasland indicated that Toppin's potential return timeline is unclear, and he would have utilized a medical redshirt if not for the NCAA's new eligibility rules. Toppin had a standout junior season prior to his injury, averaging 21.8 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. The upcoming season is set to commence in early November, with Toppin's status critical to the team's prospects.
- •Toppin recovering from a torn ACL injury.
- •Coach McCasland confirms Toppin not practicing.
- •Toppin had a breakout season last year.
- •The season starts in early November.
- •Toppin considered a second-round NBA draft prospect.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — JT Toppin hit with brutal injury update during torn ACL recovery
"The Texas Tech Red Raiders were anticipating a big boost in the lineup this season with the return of star JT Toppin following recovery from an ACL injury . However, with the 2026-27 college basketball season set to get underway at the beginning of November, his potential status for the year is suddenly up in the air , as per Jon Rothstein of 247 […] The post JT Toppin hit with brutal injury update during torn ACL recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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