Men’s Basketball Signs Stinson, Toure

STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford men's basketball has signed the first two recruits under Kyle Smith, the Anne and Tony Joseph Director of Men's Basketball. Evan Stinson (Cheney, Wash.) and Tallis Toure (Roseville, Calif.) have signed their national letters of intent to play for the Cardinal.

"We are thrilled to announce the signings of Evan Stinson and Tallis Toure. They are outstanding prospects that fit the style of play we are looking for," said Smith. "Both of these fine young men will be great fits for Stanford - they understand the benefits of the lifetime decision of the Stanford education. Evan and Tallis will flourish in this environment and will be people Stanford basketball will be proud of."

Stinson joins the Cardinal as a 6-7 forward from Cheney, Washington. A consensus three-star player ranked as high as No. 129 by On3, and as the second-ranked player in the state of Washington, Stinson is one of the top shooters in the class of 2024, and he heads to The Farm as a two-time first team All-Greater Spokane League selection. He averaged 25 points, five rebounds and five assists per game for Cheney.

"Evan is a long, rangy wing who possesses the ability to pass, make tough, angular midrange shots, and long-range jump shots. His length and decision making make him a valuable asset as a defender and rebounder as well."

Toure stands at 6-11 from nearby Roseville, California, and is rated as a three-star signing from Rivals and ESPN. A hidden gem in the class of 2024, Toure is a versatile big man who can stretch his range to the 3-point line and block shots - he shot 39 percent from beyond the arc while averaging 18.7 points, 11.4 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game at West Park. Toure was named the 2024 Most Valuable Player in the All-Foothill Valley League and was a two-time first team All-FVL selection.

"Tallis is an emerging talent with excellent length and size. He is a unique center with the ability to play in multiple spots offensively. He has shown the ability to make perimeter shots and throw passes. He is a good shot-blocker who can provide rim protection right away, and he should be a great understudy for Maxime in his final season."