Today marks a potentially historic day for Missouri basketball as 5-star guard Jason Crowe, Jr. plans to announce his college commitment at 4:30 PM on CBS Sports HQ. Anticipation is building that Crowe will choose to play for Coach Dennis Gates and the Tigers.
If Crowe commits to Missouri, he will join an elite group, becoming the second-highest rated recruit in the program’s history, boasting a composite rating of 0.9975. In the history of 247sports.com, Missouri has only seen three commitments from players rated 0.9900 or higher, namely Tony Mitchell, Linas Kleiza, and Michael Porter, Jr. The excitement surrounding Crowe’s announcement stems from the potential impact he could have on the Tigers’ season, particularly following the loss of several experienced players.
In related news, Missouri basketball recently announced its captains for the upcoming season, with Anthony Robinson II and Mark Mitchell stepping into leadership roles. Mitchell, a standout All-SEC selection, led the team last season in scoring and was among the nation’s elite players, making him a crucial asset as the team transitions to a new season.
Additionally, head coach Eli Drinkwitz made waves during SEC Media Days with his lively remarks. He tackled various aspects of his team and the ever-evolving landscape of college football, focusing on Missouri’s prospects this season.
In terms of recruiting, Missouri fans might find solace as the Tigers rank near the top across multiple platforms in transfer portal success, paralleling teams like Kentucky and Auburn, which are also facing challenges in high school recruiting. There is optimism for Missouri’s future, especially as the season approaches.
Lastly, former Tiger Kyle Gibson announced his retirement following an impressive 13-year career, where he notably excelled as a pitcher for Missouri.
As the recruitment process unfolds this afternoon, the Tigers community is buzzing with excitement for what’s to come.