Terrance Arceneaux enters transfer portal following championship loss

Terrance Arceneaux, a sophomore guard for the Houston Cougars, announced his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal after the team's recent national championship loss to Florida. In his social media post, Arceneaux expressed gratitude for his time at Houston and emphasized his desire to start a new chapter in his basketball journey, stating he is leaving with 'no bitterness' but with 'growth' and 'a clear vision' for the future. He averaged 6.5 points and 2.7 rebounds during the season, contributing as a key bench piece despite missing much of the 2023-24 season due to an Achilles injury. Arceneaux is the first Cougars player to enter the portal since the championship game, joining several teammates who have exhausted their eligibility, including L.J. Cryer and J’Wan Roberts. The Houston program has successfully utilized the transfer portal in the past, and Arceneaux is expected to attract interest from various schools as he seeks a starting role at his next destination. His departure adds to the challenges facing head coach Kelvin Sampson as he prepares for the upcoming season with new recruits.