Missouri basketball just landed a major milestone - and it comes in the form of two future Tigers earning spots in one of the most prestigious showcases in high school hoops. Class of 2026 signees Jason Crowe Jr. and Toni Bryant have been named McDonald's All-Americans, marking the first time in program history that two Mizzou commits will take part in the iconic event in the same year.
The 49th edition of the McDonald’s All-American Game is set for March 31 in Glendale, Arizona. Crowe will represent the West squad, while Bryant suits up for the East, setting up a coast-to-coast clash between future teammates on one of the sport's biggest prep stages.
Let’s start with Crowe - and there’s a lot to unpack. The Inglewood High School senior is putting up video game numbers, averaging 44.1 points per game this season.
That’s not a typo. His scoring surge has already etched his name into California high school basketball history books, as he became the state’s all-time leading scorer back in December.
He’s now crossed the 4,000-point threshold for his career - a feat that speaks not just to his elite scoring ability, but also to his consistency and durability over four years of high-level play.
Bryant’s path has been a bit different, but no less impressive. He recently transferred to Southeastern Prep in Orlando, Florida - a program loaded with talent and currently ranked 15th nationally by ESPN.
He’s sharing the court with a stacked lineup that includes fellow blue-chip prospects CJ Rosser, Obinna Ekezie Jr., Beckham Black, and Jaxon Richardson. Playing in that kind of environment has only sharpened Bryant’s game, and his selection to the All-American roster reflects the strides he’s made.
With their selections, Crowe and Bryant become just the sixth and seventh Missouri commits ever to earn McDonald's All-American honors. They join a short but notable list that includes Steven Stipanovich (1979), Derrick Chievous (1984), Anthony Peeler (1988), Travon Bryant (2000), and Michael Porter Jr.
(2017). That’s elite company, and it’s a clear sign that Missouri’s recruiting momentum is not just real - it’s historic.
Another Class of 2026 signee, Aidan Chronister, was also nominated for this year’s game, though he didn’t make the final cut. Still, the fact that Mizzou had three nominees speaks volumes about the caliber of talent the program is bringing in.
When Crowe and Bryant take the floor on March 31, it won’t just be a showcase of their individual talent - it’ll be a preview of what’s coming to Columbia. For Missouri fans, this isn’t just a moment to celebrate. It’s a sign of a program that’s building something serious.