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LUBBOCK, Texas-- JT Toppin was named to the AP Preseason All-America list heading into his junior season after a strong sophomore year with the Red Raiders.

Toppin amassed several accolades, including Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year last week and being named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Team. The Dallas native is coming off a phenomenal season with the Red Raiders, where he led with 18.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 19 double-doubles, including four double-doubles and all four NCAA Tournament games last season.

Toppin is entering his third collegiate season with 1,047 points, 636 rebounds, 116 blocks and 31 double-doubles through 69 career games. The Red Raiders are set to open their season on

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