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Rueben Chinyelu

Rueben Abuchi Chinyelu is a Nigerian college basketball player who currently plays for the Florida Gators in the SEC. He also represents the Nigeria national team. Before joining Florida, he played for the Washington State Cougars. He is a notable athlete in the college basketball scene.

September 2003: Rueben Chinyelu Born

In September 2003, Rueben Abuchi Chinyelu was born.

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2018: Joined Raptors Basketball Academy

In 2018, Rueben Chinyelu started playing basketball in Lagos after joining Raptors Basketball Academy.

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2019: FIBA U16 African Championship

In 2019, Rueben Chinyelu played at the FIBA U16 African Championship, averaging 12.3 points and 17.6 rebounds per game, and helped his team to a bronze medal in Cape Verde.

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August 2022: Senior National Team Debut

On 27 August 2022, Rueben Chinyelu debuted with the senior Nigeria national team, scoring 3 points and grabbing 5 rebounds against Guinea.

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November 2022: Committed to Washington State

In November 2022, Rueben Chinyelu committed to play for Washington State.

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2022: Played in Basketball Africa League with Ferroviário da Beira

In 2022, Rueben Chinyelu played in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) season with Ferroviário da Beira.

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2022: NBA Academy Games Championship

In 2022, Rueben Chinyelu won the championship at the NBA Academy Games in Atlanta and led the tournament in rebounding.

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2023: Joined Washington State Cougars

In 2023, Rueben Chinyelu joined the Washington State Cougars.

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2023: Played in Basketball Africa League with Stade Malien

In 2023, Rueben Chinyelu played in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) season with Stade Malien, averaging 7.9 rebounds off the bench to help the team take third place.

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2023: Considered a Top Prospect

In 2023, Rueben Chinyelu was considered one of the best international prospects and received offers from multiple universities.

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2023: Played in the qualifiers for the 2023 World Cup

In August 2022, Rueben Chinyelu, at age 18, debuted with the senior Nigeria national team in the qualifiers for the 2023 World Cup.

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April 2024: Transferred to Florida

In April 2024, Rueben Chinyelu entered the transfer portal and committed to Florida on April 18, 2024.

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April 7, 2025: Won National Championship with Florida

On April 7, 2025, Rueben Chinyelu won a national championship with Florida at the 2025 NCAA Tournament, posting 3 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 block against Houston in the title game.

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