Chris Cenac

About

Basketball player known for playing a forward and center for the Houston Cougars men's basketball of the Big 12 Conference. He is also known for having played high school basketball for Link Academy basketball in Missouri and Isidore Newman School basketball in Louisiana, and for having represented the United States men's national under-17 basketball team in international competition.

Before fame

He initially attended Isidore Newman School where he became a standout player and one of the top prospects in Louisiana high school basketball. He then transferred to Link Academy in Branson, Missouri, due to it being known for developing elite basketball players. He participated in several elite national camps and tournaments during this time including the NBPA Top 100 Camp. He committed to play college basketball for the Houston Cougars in November 2024. He helped lead Link Academy to victory in the Nike EYBL Scholastic Tournament in 2025. He began playing college basketball for the Houston Cougars during the 2025-26 NCAA season after enrolling at the University of Houston in June 2025.

Trivia

He was selected to play in the 2025 McDonald's All-American Game. He has also competed in elite showcase events including the Jordan Brand Classic and the Nike Hoop Summit. He was considered a top 10 national recruit before beginning his college career in 2025.

Family life

He was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana before he moved to Missouri during his high school basketball career. 

Associated with

He has been ranked among the top prospects in his class alongside players such as Cameron Boozer.