Former Clemson guard expected to enter transfer portal again

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Asa Thomas is on the move again.

Sources, including The Field of 68, indicate the former Clemson guard is expected to enter the NCAA transfer portal when it opens April 7 after a strong season at Furman. It’ll mark the second time in his career he’s gone through the process, but this time, he does so with real momentum.

Thomas emerged as a key piece for the Paladins this past season, starting 21 of 28 games while averaging 11.9 points in over 27 minutes per night on a Furman team that won the Southern Conference title and pushed UConn to the wire in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

He shot 40.7 percent from the field and 38.2 percent from three, while adding 3.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists per night. At 6-foot-7, he provided size on the wing along with reliable perimeter shooting, and had several standout performances, including a 25-point game at VMI.

That production marked a clear turning point compared to the start of his college career.

Before arriving at Furman, Thomas spent two seasons at Clemson, where injuries prevented him from gaining traction.

A shoulder surgery sidelined him for the entire 2023-24 season, and he appeared in just 12 games the following year in a limited role. In total, he averaged 1.2 points during his time with the Tigers, never fully getting the opportunity to establish himself.

The move to Furman gave him that opportunity, and he made the most of it.

Now, Thomas enters the portal as a proven contributor rather than a question mark. His size, shooting ability and starting experience should make him an attractive option for programs looking to add an experienced wing.

The next step comes down to fit, but this time, he brings a much stronger resume with him.

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