Mizzou Lands Kansas Transfer Forward Bryson Tiller Missouri head coach Dennis Gates has added a significant piece to his 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of forward Bryson Tiller, a highly touted transfer from Kansas. The 6-foot-10 prospect, ranked No. 34 in the transfer portal, has signed with the Tigers after a standout freshman season at Kansas, where he averaged 7.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game. Tiller’s decision to join Missouri was influenced by his desire to contribute immediately and the strong rapport he developed with Gates, who has emphasized building a competitive program. Tiller, who graduated early from the Atlanta-based Overtime Elite program, faced challenges during his high school career due to injuries and a lengthy layoff. However, he rebounded with strong performances in his first season at Kansas, including a 21-point, seven-rebound outing against BYU and an 18-point, eight-rebound game against Arizona, a team that reached the Final Four. His ability to face the basket, stretch defenses with jump shooting, and serve as a versatile passer has positioned him as a potential replacement for departed All-SEC forward Mark Mitchell. In a statement to 247Sports, Tiller expressed his excitement about joining Missouri, stating, “I’m genuinely excited about the opportunity to play for Coach Gates and make an immediate, meaningful impact at Missouri. We’ve built a strong relationship over time, and that trust matters—especially knowing he’s intentionally building something serious and sees me as a central piece of it.” He added, “I’ve already proven that I can step into high-pressure moments and impact the game in multiple ways, and Coach Gates has made it clear he expects me to do exactly that.#kansas #missouri #bryson_tiller #dennis_gates #overtime_elite
