With the NCAA season already officially over due to the coronavirus pandemic, the youngsters looking to take the next step to the NBA have effectively played their last game in college. This abrupt end to the season has had a significant effect on a number of hopefuls, with some not having enough time and opportunity to showcase their skill set for a potential selection in the 2020 NBA Draft.

This has not been the case for the top prospects of the upcoming draft, and the same can be said about Dayton's Obi Toppin. It is now being reported that the 6-foot-9 forward is fully expected to declare for the draft.

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“He will turn pro,” one source said, via Adam Zagoria of Forbes. “I know many NBA scouts are high on him.”

The 22-year-old has been outstanding this season, averaging 20.0 points on 63.3 percent shooting, along with 7.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.2 blocks, while also connecting on 1.0 triples per game on a 39.0-percent clip. Experts consider him to be a Top 10 prospect entering the draft, with some even giving him an odd chance of breaking into the Top 5.

It is worth noting, however, that the 2020 NBA Draft will almost certainly be affected by the recent suspension of the season. With the regular season being pushed back by at least a month, the draft's schedule will likely also be moved to a later date. Whether or not this will have a significant impact on prospects now remains to be seen.