Which Former Cougars Will Be Starring in March Madness?

With Washington State missing the NCAA Tournament for the second year in a row, it’s a good time to look around the bracket and see some familiar faces. A handful of former Cougars will be playing in March, and few of them have taken big steps since leaving Pullman.

Ruben Chinyelu

Chinyelu has developed rapidly since leaving Pullman after his freshman season. After Kyle Smith departed for Stanford following Washington State’s NCAA Tournament run, Chinyelu moved on and landed at Florida.

Last season, Chinyelu started for the eventual national champion Florida Gators and played a important role in the frontcourt. In his first season in Gainesville, he averaged 6 points and 6.6 rebounds per game while establishing himself as a defensive presence.