US EditionMissouri Lands Second 5-Star Recruit in Class of 2026
Toni Bryant joins Missouri Tigers, making them the only team with multiple top-15 recruits in 2026, reflecting coach Dennis Gates' successful program turnaround.
- On Monday, five-star forward Toni Bryant committed to Missouri, becoming the second five-star in Mizzou's 2026 class after Jason Crowe Jr.
- Missouri offered Bryant a scholarship in May 2024, and he said loyalty to Dennis Gates, Missouri head coach, influenced his choice due to their long relationship during Mizzou's recent program turnaround.
- Bryant averaged 13.3 points and 5.8 rebounds on the Puma Pro16 circuit and is a 6-foot-9, 215-pound forward ranked 33 overall in the 2026 class.
- The addition immediately bolsters Missouri's Tigers' forward rotation, making the University of Missouri the only school with multiple five-star commitments in the current cycle.
- The class is trending toward historic status for Mizzou, and Dennis Gates and the Tigers are set to host four-star wing Aidan Chronister on an official visit while remaining in the mix for four-star center Tristan Reed.
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Marietta Daily JournalReports: Missouri lands five-star 2026 recruit Toni Bryant
Five-star forward Toni Bryant committed to Missouri for the 2026 class, according to multiple reports, following a commitment from five-star recruit Jason Crowe Jr. to the Tigers over the summer.
Mizzou hoops lands second five-star recruit of 2026 class
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The future for Mizzou men's basketball's 2026 recruiting class is looking bright, as the class is made up entirely of five-star prospects, so far. On Monday, Tiger men's basketball coach Dennis Gates landed a commitment from five-star power forward Toni Bryant, who confirmed the news on his social media accounts. Bryant is joining five-star guard Jason Crowe Jr. as the first two members of the 2026 class. Bryant is rated as …
What Five-Star Forward Toni Bryant Brings to Mizzou Basketball
Five-Star forward Toni Bryant brings elite athleticism, defense and transition offense to Mizzou basketball. His play-finishing ability in the paint will help to form a dynamic duo with fellow five star commit Jason Crowe Jr.
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