Rueben Chinyelu is a center who plays for the Florida Gators, a team that competes in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). He is in his sophomore year, as of April 2025. He joined the Gators in 2024 after beginning his collegiate career with the Washington State Cougars in 2023. He averaged 4.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game for the Cougars as a freshman, as per the Gators' official website.
Before the start of his collegiate career, Chinyelu went to NBA Academy Africa in Saly, Senegal. He guided NBA Academy Africa to a first-place finish in the 2022 NBA Academy games. The Nigerian also participated in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) for Mozambique's CFV. He also helped his national team finish third at the 2019 FIBA U16 African Championship, according to the Florida Gators' website.
Rueben Chinyelu Mother
Rueben Chinyelu's mother is Patricia Chinyelu, according to the official Florida Gators website.
Rueben Chinyelu Mother Nationality
Rueben Chinyelu's mother, Patricia Chinyelu, is a Nigerian national.
FAQs on Rueben Chinyelu
A. Rueben Chinyelu wears the number 9 jersey for the Florida Gators.
A. Rueben Chinyelu is 21 years old, as of April 2025.
A. Rueben Chinyelu is in his sophomore year, as of April 2025.
A. Rueben Chinyelu is 6'10" tall.
