Mizzou fans are extremely excited for the potential of the 2026-27 Tigers basketball team, as coach Dennis Gates is bringing in arguably the best recruiting class in program history. However, in today’s college basketball, you have to be able to supplement young talent with proven veterans if you want to have a team that can compete in March.
On Monday, the Tigers received more good news for the team next season, as Trent Pierce will be back in Columbia next season.
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The 6-foot-10 junior scored 10.4 points last year for the Tigers, while shooting 38% from the 3-point line. His ability to stretch opposing defenses with his shooting ability is huge for the Missouri offense. He is able to pull away opposing bigs from the rim, which opens up driving lanes and more uncontested shots at the rim.
According to the 247Sports Composite Rankings, the Tigers have the No. 11 class in the country. Leading the way is guard Aaron Rowe, who is the No. 5 prospect in the class. Both Tony Bryant (No. 27) and Aidan Chronister (No. 72) are the other two players in the class who figure to contribute immediately.
There is a lot to be optimistic for Missouri heading into next season, and getting Pierce back is big news for Gates and the program.
