Obi Toppin faced an unfortunate setback during the Indiana Pacers’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Late in the match, with just three minutes remaining, Toppin was in pursuit of Timberwolves player Bones Hyland when he sustained an injury, which has since been classified as right leg soreness. As a result, he has been ruled out for the remainder of the game.
Before his exit, Toppin had an impactful performance, scoring nine points, grabbing six rebounds, and making one steal over 17 minutes of play. His absence is particularly significant for the Pacers, who are already dealing with a number of injuries within the team. Toppin’s versatility allowed him to play as a small-ball center, creating additional challenges for the roster.
In light of Toppin’s injury, it is expected that the Pacers will turn to players like Jarace Walker, who has been logging around 30 minutes on the court, and the team’s trio of centers—Isaiah Jackson, Jay Huff, and Tony Bradley—to fill the gap left by Toppin’s minutes.
Looking ahead, Indiana is scheduled to face off against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, and fans will be keeping a close eye on Toppin’s recovery as the team tries to navigate through this challenging phase of the season.