What comes to your mind when you hear basketball? Tall people, right? Well, basketball players are definitely some of the tallest people in the world. But have you wondered what’s the record for the tallest basketball player? And even further what’s the record height for a youth basketball player? Be ready to get surprised as this 17-year-old young basketball player will mesmerize you with his skills and height.

17-year-old world record maker

In the world of basketball, where giants roam the court, this teenager stands head and shoulders above the rest, quite literally! Olivier Rioux, a 17-year-old Canadian basketball prodigy, has taken the internet by storm with his incredible height. Towering at an astounding 7 feet and 8 inches, Olivier has set a Guinness World Record as the tallest teenager ever recorded.

In a viral video posted by LilHumansBigImpact, he effortlessly dominates the basketball court, leaving onlookers and opponents in awe of his towering presence. We see him play with other kids of his age but they all look tiny in front of him. It feels like he is toying with them. He scores, defends, and performs like a pro-NBA player.

NBA fans react to the giant kid’s performance

As the video of Olivier Rioux’s basketball prowess spread like wildfire on Twitter, the reactions were both entertaining and astonishing.

One user highlighted that there won’t be any fun left for Olivier and other players because of the difference in their heights.

One user even calculated his height in the metric system to further showcase his extraordinary stature.

Many more users demonstrated the pain other kids of his division must be going through while facing him.

Furthermore, some fans suggested that Olivier Rioux should be drafted straight into the NBA to fill the much-needed center position for the Dallas Mavericks.

Nevertheless, Olivier Rioux has his sights firmly set on conquering the highest echelons of basketball – the NBA. Hailing from Canada, where basketball is steadily gaining popularity, Olivier is already a standout player in the country’s under-17 team.

Despite his age, his towering presence on the court makes him a formidable force to reckon with. As he continues to hone his abilities and showcase his potential, we wait to see the rise of this young basketball prodigy.

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Now, imagine playing against Olivier Rioux on the basketball court! How would you strategize to take on the challenge of facing the tallest teenager in the world? Share your thoughts below!