Five-star guard Aaron Rowe commits to Missouri

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On Tuesday, five-star point guard and Columbia native Aaron Rowe committed to Missouri, announcing his decision on a live stream with On3 Sports just nine days after taking an official visit. Just like that, the Tigers have their second-highest-rated pledge in the past two decades and a headliner for their 2025 class.

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In December, mind you.

For prospects of Rowe’s ilk, the recruiting process unfolds on their terms — and for whatever duration they deem necessary. It’s not uncommon for courtships, which already last two…