Texas Tech sophomore forward JT Toppin has been selected by Big 12 coaches as the league’s player and newcomer of the year. The awards were announced Monday.

JT Toppin was named player and newcomer of the year to headline the Texas Tech basketball team's all-Big 12 honors.

JT Toppin, a 6-foot-9 forward, is rapidly growing into a well-known figure in college basketball for his on-court prowess and his high NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) value. His growth from a standout freshman at the University of New Mexico to a significant player at Texas Tech demonstrates his growing athletic and financial prominence.