Terrebonne’s Olivier Rioux made history Thursday by becoming the tallest player to ever play in an NCAA basketball game. Article content

The 7-foot-9 freshman suited up for the Florida Gators’ second game of the season against North Florida. Rioux came off the bench during the second half and played two minutes, getting no points or rebounds in a dominant 104-64 win for the Gators. Article content Article content

“It felt great. The support from everybody was amazing. Even on the bench and even with the fans. Everybody supported me. I’m very grateful,” Rioux told USA Today after the game .

He received a massive ovation from the home team crowd in Gainesville when he stepped on the floor. Article content

Social media was abuzz about the Quebecer’s debut, with some pointing out th

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