The tallest player in college basketball is Olivier Rioux of Florida, listed at 7-foot-9. He is widely reported as the tallest player in NCAA Division I history and has already made appearances for the Gators.

Quick Scoop

Rioux is a Canadian center who plays for the Florida Gators, and multiple recent reports identified him as the tallest active college basketball player and the tallest ever to appear in a college game.

Why he stands out

  • Height: 7-foot-9.
  • Team: Florida Gators.
  • Notable record: tallest player in college basketball history to appear in a game.

Recent buzz

He drew major attention in March 2026 after a viral game moment where his height was especially obvious against Prairie View A&M. Earlier reports also noted that he had become the tallest player to score in college basketball after a dunk in late 2025.

Bottom line

If you mean the current headline answer, it is Olivier Rioux at 7'9".