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Rueben Chinyelu ties Florida Gators' school record in dominant Mississippi State win
The junior forward recorded his 18th double-double of the season, matching a program best.
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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Rueben Chinyelu, a junior forward for the No. 5 Florida Gators, recorded a double-double with 11 points and 16 rebounds in his team's blowout 108-78 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Chinyelu's performance tied the Florida school record for most double-doubles in a single season at 18. The Gators shot 55% from the field and had six players score in double figures, led by Alex Condon's 26 points.
Why it matters
Chinyelu's historic performance helps cement Florida's status as one of the top teams in the country and a contender for a national championship defense. The Gators' dominant win over Mississippi State also keeps them atop the SEC standings with just one regular season game remaining.
The details
Chinyelu achieved the double-double in 31 minutes of action, also contributing 3 blocks, 2 assists, and 1 steal. The Gators shot an impressive 55% from the field and 36% from three-point range, overwhelming the Bulldogs' defense. In addition to Chinyelu's strong game, Alex Condon led Florida with 26 points on 12-of-15 shooting, while Xaivian Lee added 19 points and 6 assists.
- The game was played on Tuesday, March 4, 2026.
- Florida's regular season finale is scheduled for March 7, 2026 against Kentucky.
The players
Rueben Chinyelu
A junior forward for the Florida Gators who recorded his 18th double-double of the season, tying a school record.
Alex Condon
A Florida Gators player who led the team with 26 points on 12-of-15 shooting in the win over Mississippi State.
Xaivian Lee
A Florida Gators player who scored 19 points and dished out 6 assists in the victory.
What’s next
The No. 5 Florida Gators will look to close out the regular season on a high note when they face the Kentucky Wildcats on March 7, 2026.
The takeaway
Rueben Chinyelu's record-tying performance and the Gators' dominant win over Mississippi State solidifies their status as one of the top teams in the country and a leading contender to defend their national championship.
