Jadyn Toppin Signs with New Mexico Men’s Basketball

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M – The New Mexico men’s basketball program announced today that Jadyn Toppin has signed a National Letter of Intent to attend New Mexico, beginning in the summer of 2023. Toppin, a 6-9 forward from Dallas, is one of the top high school players in Texas.

Jadyn Toppin | 6-9 | Forward | Dallas, Texas | Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff

Three-star recruit by 247Sports … ranked as the No. 38 power forward and the No. 17 player in Texas in the class of 2022 by 247Sports … helped lead Faith Family Academy to a 34-4 record last year and the 2022 Texas Class 4A state championship … Had 13 points, eight rebounds, three blocks and four steals in the state championship game … Faith Family opens 2022-23 ranked in the top 60 nationally by MaxPreps … also plays for Team Trae Young

Richard Pitino on Toppin: “We are excited about the addition of Jadyn Toppin. I think he is a really skilled big man who is very versatile and plays extremely hard. He comes from a very well-coached program and he will be a great addition in the locker room, in the community, in the classroom and on our basketball team.”

Toppin on UNM: “I picked UNM because I believe in hard work and dedication. The New Mexico basketball program stood out to me because that’s what they are all about. I’m excited to officially be a Lobo! I’m thankful for the coaches at Faith Family who have helped me grow into the athlete I am today. I appreciate the coaches at UNM who believe in my game and want to continue to help me grow as an athlete. Lastly, I’m grateful for my family who’ve supported me every step of the way. Let’s go Lobos!”