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Feb 21, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Dennis Gates during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 94-86. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Cameron Barnes, a four-star forward in the 2027 class out of Lee's Summit, Missouri, has committed to Mizzou basketball.

Feb 21, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Dennis Gates during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 94-86. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

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Cameron Barnes, a four-star forward in the 2027 class out of Lee's Summit, Missouri, has committed to Mizzou basketball.

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Mar 11, 2026; New York, NY, USA; DePaul Blue Demons guard CJ Gunn (11) celebrates his three point shot against the Georgetown Hoyas during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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If signed, Gunn will bring guard depth and shooting experience at the position for the Tigers.

Mark Mitchell is introduced in the starting lineup vs Illinois

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How Mark Mitchell impacts Mizzou basketall's postseason hopes, starting lineup, dynamic with Jason Crowe Jr. and more.

Jan 24, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) celebrates after a buzzer beater to defeat the Oklahoma Sooners in overtime at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Former Mizzou forward Mark Mitchell is no longer transferring to Kentucky and is instead returning to Mizzou, per Jon Rothstein. Mitchell joins a loaded Missouri roster.

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Recapping SEC Eligibility, Drafting Teams on the 'All Things Mizzou' Podcast

Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives to the basket around Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) during the first half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Mizzou Mailbag: Fans React to Mark Mitchell's Commitment to Kentucky

Missouri forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives against Kentucky forward Brandon Garrison (10) during their Day 2 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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Former Mizzou basketball star Mark Mitchell has committed to Kentucky basketball, officially marking the end of his career with the Tigers.

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives to the basket during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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Former Mizzou basketball forward Mark Mitchell was granted eligibility and access to the transfer portal after a ruling made on his Kentucky-based lawsuit.

Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives to the basket around Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) during the first half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Mark Mitchell's eligibility saga just entered quite a telling phase indicating his future at Missouri may not be as likely as once thought. The former Tiger, wh

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Recapping the First Week of Fall Camp on the 'All Things Mizzou' Podcast

Mark Mitchell is introduced in the starting lineup vs Illinois

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The Class of 2022 is now eligible for a fifth season of athletic competition. Here's an outline of all the recent changes, as well as an answer on if former Mizzou basketball forward Mark Mitchell will return to the program.

Missouri forward Trent Pierce (11) shoots against Miami guard Noam Dovrat (14) during the first half of an NCAA Tournament first-round game between Missouri and Miami on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.

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The Tigers' nonconference schedule better prepares them for March Madness after back-to-back first round exits.

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The latest episode of the All Things Mizzou podcast, where reporters discuss Missouri football's upcoming fall camp, along with Missouri basketball's newly-released schedule.

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Trent Pierce (11) reacts after a play during the first half against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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The Southeastern Conference released the schedule for its 2026-27 season. Read Mizzou basketball's full conference schedule, along with takeaways.

Feb 12, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Tamar Bates (2) leaps up for a layup during a game against the Alabama Crimson Tide.

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From an 18-point outburst to a poster dunk, the Tigers saw a variety of performances in Las Vegas.

Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz stands at the center of the Stephen's Indoor Facility football practice fields during a fall camp practice on Aug. 14, 2023, in Columbia, Mo.

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In this edition of the weekly Mizzou Mailbag, Killian gives his vibe check on Mizzou Football and discusses wether or not Mizzou Basketball can make a Final Four run.

Mar 13, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Tamar Bates (2) celebrates with guard Sean East II (55) after a basket against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

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Tamar Bates starred in summer league, while Mark Mitchell had a solid performance and Sean East got playing time. Jevon Porter and Caleb Grill did not play. Shawn Phillips may return to college basketball.

Missouri head coach Dennis Gates works with his team against the Tennessee during the first half of a SEC Men s Basketball Tournament quarterfinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 10, 2023.

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Mizzou basketball is finalizing an agreement with Indiana to play a game in Bloomington in the 2026-27 season. Missouri's nonconference schedule is stronger than season's past.

Mar 1, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Mark Mitchell (25) dribbles past Vanderbilt Commodores forward JaQualon Roberts (24) during the second half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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What to watch for with Mizzou alums in NBA summer league, including Mark Mitchell, Tamar Bates, Sean East, Jevon Porter and Shawn Phillips.

Trent Burns passes the ball during warmups ahead of the Braggin Rights game vs Illinois

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Big strides need to be made by Missouri's unicorn of a center.

Nov 9, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Luke Northweather (45) attempts a shot during a game against the VMI Keydets.

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Northweather is one of two returning seniors at Missouri and will add height and 3-point shooting off the bench.

Feb 11, 2026; College Station, Texas, USA; Missouri Tigers center Shawn Phillips Jr. (15) reacts during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Mizzou basketball alum Shawn Phillips Jr. has signed a summer league contract with the New Orleans Pelicans. Phillips also recently filed a lawsuit against the NCAA for an extra season of collegiate eligibility.

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives to the basket during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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Mizzou basketball alum Mark Mitchell has signed an Exhibit-10 contract with the Denver Nuggets, officially beginning his journey in the NBA.

2026 4-Star SF Aidan Chronister during a visit to Missouri in October 2024

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Aidan Chronister could carve a role as one of Mizzou's top 3-point shooters next season, but that's far from a guarantee.

Mizzou Arena, February 14, 2026. Mizzou Guard Mark Mitchell drives in the paint against Texas

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Evaluation, player comparison and projections for Mizzou forward Mark Mitchell in the 2026 NBA Draft.