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Olivier Rioux Becomes Tallest Player to Start NCAA Division I Game, Dunks from Behind Basket

Olivier Rioux Becomes Tallest Player to Start NCAA Division I Game, Dunks from Behind Basket
World Sports · 09:43:57 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Olivier Rioux made history on November 4, 2026, becoming the tallest player ever to start an NCAA Division I basketball game. The feat was highlighted by a dunk from behind the basket, underscoring his extraordinary height advantage.

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