Missouri may seek additional guard to support Jason Crowe Jr

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Missouri may seek additional guard to support Jason Crowe Jr
Summary

Missouri coaches are evaluating whether to add another guard to the rotation before the upcoming season. While freshman Jason Crowe Jr. is expected to handle a significant portion of the team's offensive possessions, staff are considering bringing in a veteran creator to help distribute the workload. BYU transfer Kennard Davis Jr. is identified as a potential candidate to fill this role given his previous experience as a high-volume scorer at Southern Illinois. Though Davis showed ability as a pick-and-roll scorer, he struggled with turnover issues and creating separation in more structured settings. Coach Dennis Gates has a limited window this summer to address the team's backcourt depth as players continue to explore their eligibility options.

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  • Missouri is weighing whether to add a veteran guard to its current roster.
  • Jason Crowe Jr. is projected to manage nearly a quarter of the team's possessions.
  • BYU transfer Kennard Davis Jr. is a primary candidate for the role.
  • Davis averaged 18.4 points during a stretch of his sophomore season at Southern Illinois.
  • Coaches are examining whether to use a final roster spot on a creator before the season starts.
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The Tigers have four guards who can keep the offense idling when Jason Crowe Jr. rests. What they could use is another proven creator capable of collapsing a defense.

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