Bryson Tiller Commits to Missouri Basketball
Missouri basketball has secured a major addition for the 2026 season with the commitment of redshirt freshman big man Bryson Tiller, according to multiple reports. Tiller chose the Tigers over strong interest from programs like Michigan, Arizona, and Miami.
A Stellar Redshirt Freshman Season
Tiller arrives in Columbia after a highly promising redshirt freshman campaign. He averaged an impressive 7.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1.3 blocks per game. His shooting splits included 44.9% from the field and 26.9% from three-point range. Notably, he started 31 of 35 games, logging 25.9 minutes per contest – more than all but one returning Missouri player.
Highly-Rated Transfer
Entering the transfer portal, Tiller was a four-star recruit and ranked as the No. 7 power forward available, according to 247Sports. He originally held a four-star rating in the 2025 high school class, demonstrating his consistent high-level potential. You can find more information about college basketball rankings at 247Sports.
Reunion with a Familiar Face
Interestingly, Tiller’s connection to Missouri extends beyond the court. He previously played in the Overtime Elite League, where current Missouri General Manager Tim Fuller served as the Vice President of Recruiting and Player Personnel. This existing relationship likely played a role in Tiller’s decision. He excelled in OTE, averaging 11.5 points and 6.9 rebounds in the 2022-23 season, and improving to 12.2 points and 9.4 rebounds in 2023-24.
Filling Key Needs for the Tigers
The 6-foot-11, 240-pound Tiller addresses a critical need for size on the Missouri roster. The team will be without departing starters Mark Mitchell and Shawn Phillips Jr., who exhausted their eligibility after the 2025-26 season. Tiller will compete for playing time with incoming freshman Toni Bryant and the towering 7-foot-5 center Trent Burns.
Experience and Potential
Tiller brings valuable experience playing alongside projected NBA Draft lottery pick Darryn Peterson. At Missouri, he’ll team up with top-10 incoming freshman Jason Crowe Jr., who is expected to be a focal point of the Tigers’ offense next season.
A Unique History: Missouri vs. Kansas
Tiller’s journey takes an intriguing turn, as he becomes one of the few players to have played for both Missouri and Kansas. He even faced Missouri while with the Jayhawks, scoring 13 points, grabbing five rebounds, and blocking five shots in December. He’s now poised to compete against his former team in the 2026-27 season. Parker Braun recently made a similar move, though he didn’t face Missouri as a Jayhawk.
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