Florida commitment Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teen, is more than just a basketball player

Posted Dec 29, 2023
Standing at 7-foot-7.5 inches and 295 pounds, University of Florida basketball commitment Olivier Rioux stands taller than Chet Holmgren, taller than Bol Bol, taller than Victor Wembanyama — all who are changing how the basketball world sees players who are that tall. Rioux’s offensive game features a lot of dribble-handoffs and setting screens. (USA Today)

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