Knicks Trade Forward Obi Toppin to Pacers
- The New York Knicks have traded forward Obi Toppin to the Indiana Pacers after three seasons with the team.
- Toppin was the first draft pick under Knicks President Leon Rose but struggled to find a major role behind All-Star Julius Randle.
- Toppin averaged 7.4 points and 2.8 rebounds in 15.7 minutes per game for the Knicks this season.
- Toppin's best game came against the Pacers, when he scored 34 points with seven rebounds and five assists.
- The Pacers are a better fit for Toppin, who could have a bigger role with their spacing and playmaking.