Texas Tech Basketball Player Enters Transfer Portal

Reserve guard Jazz Henderson announces plans to leave the Red Raiders program.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:00am

A cubist-style painting depicting a Texas Tech basketball player in mid-motion, with their body broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in shades of red, black, and gray.The departure of reserve guard Jazz Henderson leaves a hole in the Texas Tech basketball roster that the team must now work to fill.Lubbock Today

Texas Tech basketball is losing a key reserve player, as sophomore guard Jazz Henderson has announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Henderson has been a valuable bench contributor for the Red Raiders over the past two seasons.

Why it matters

Henderson's departure is a setback for the Texas Tech program, which is looking to build on its recent success and return to the NCAA Tournament. As a reserve guard, Henderson provided energy and leadership off the bench, and his exit leaves a hole that the coaching staff will need to fill.

The details

A native of Lubbock, Texas, Henderson has played a complementary role for the Red Raiders over the past two seasons. While not a starter, he has been a valuable reserve who brings defensive intensity and hustle to the court. In his sophomore campaign, Henderson averaged 4.2 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game.

  • Henderson announced his transfer plans on April 7, 2026.

The players

Jazz Henderson

A sophomore guard for the Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“I'm thankful for my time at Texas Tech, but I feel it's best for me to explore other opportunities at this stage of my career.”

— Jazz Henderson, Texas Tech Basketball Player

What’s next

The Texas Tech coaching staff will now need to evaluate their roster options and determine how to replace Henderson's contributions off the bench.

The takeaway

Henderson's decision to enter the transfer portal is a setback for the Texas Tech basketball program, but it also presents an opportunity for other players to step up and fill the void left by his departure.