Missouri basketball has finalized its 2026‑27 roster, confirming the arrival of Cord Stansberry, a guard who spent the previous season at Western Carolina.
Stansberry, a 6‑foot‑4 guard, posted 14.1 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game last season, shooting 35.9 percent from the field and 29.6 percent from three‑point range. He scored in double figures in 24 of 30 games, underscoring his ability to contribute offensively.
A Transfer with Proven Scoring Ability
The addition marks the sixth transfer player added by the Tigers this offseason, a move that brings the program to the NCAA‑mandated limit of 15 scholarship athletes. Three other guards have departed Mizzou, leaving the team with a reshaped backcourt.
Eligibility and Experience
Stansberry will be eligible for one final season of competition, giving the coaching staff a seasoned option as the team adjusts to life in the SEC. His experience at Western Carolina, where he redshirted his freshman year at Pepperdine before transferring, provides a unique blend of development and on‑court maturity.
Coaches have indicated that Stansberry is likely to serve in a depth role, offering flexibility off the bench while the program prepares for a competitive SEC schedule.