Reed Sheppard News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Hits three triples off bench Sheppard supplied 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and one steal across 16 minutes in Thursday's 116-89 preseason win against the Thunder.

Impact Sheppard made three of Houston's 17 three-pointers while contributing five rebounds and three assists without committing a turnover. The guard continued to demonstrate his perimeter shooting ability, though his eight attempts from deep accounted for nearly all of his offensive opportunities. He'll compete for playing time in a crowded Rockets backcourt featuring Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson and Marcus Smart.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Reed Sheppard (11 points) Highlights vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Rotating to bench Sheppard isn't starting Thursday's preseason game against the Thunder, Jackson Gatlin of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Sheppard drew a spot start Sunday against Dallas, and he took full advantage by dropping 17 points in 25 minutes. However, he'll return to a bench role Thursday in the preseason finale.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Reed Sheppard (17 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

OCTOBER 11 • YOUTUBE

Knocks down four triples Sheppard recorded 17 points (5-12 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), a rebound, an assist, a steal and two blocks across 25 minutes in Sunday's 132-115 preseason loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Sheppard remained aggressive from beyond the arc, attempting 10 three-pointers, and his 17 points ranked second among Houston's starters. As good as he was as a three-point threat, Sheppard's five turnovers are troubling, especially since he's expected to have a sizable backcourt role off the bench as a secondary playmaker behind Fred VanVleet, who didn't play Sunday due to rest. Sheppard's upside in fantasy ahead of the 2026-27 regular season will rely heavily on his playing time, but his calling card will be his three-point shooting and secondary playmaking.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets GM Discusses Kevin Durant's Fit With Young Core Between the likes of Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., and Reed Sheppard, the Houston Rockets have one of the most prominent...

OCTOBER 10 • SI.COM

Sinks four triples in win Sheppard produced 16 points (6-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 19 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over the Mavericks.

Impact Sheppard has shown flashes of his upside during his first two years in Houston, but he hasn't been able to put everything together, and things aren't going to get easier in terms of playing time. Fred VanVleet is healthy after missing all of last season with an ACL tear. The Rockets also signed Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic this offseason, plus they drafted Bruce Thornton. Sheppard should still have a role, but it's unclear if it'll be enough minutes to be fantasy relevant.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Reed Sheppard (16 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

OCTOBER 9 • YOUTUBE

Fred VanVleet's return will be the most overlooked key to Reed Sheppard's growth Fred VanVleet's guidance should help Reed Sheppard grow even more for the Rockets.

SEPTEMBER 28 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Reed Sheppard must use Steven Adams' screening to take another leap Steven Adams' return for the Rockets should help Reed Sheppard get better inside the arc.

SEPTEMBER 19 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

ESPN Has Reed Sheppard Among Top Sixth Man of the Year Candidates ESPN recently polled its experts on who they believe will win the Sixth Man of the Year award next season. Alex Caruso finished first with 3...

SEPTEMBER 2 • SI.COM

Reed Sheppard's one elite skill can force the Rockets to believe in him Reed Sheppard brought elite deep shooting to the Rockets last season.

SEPTEMBER 1 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Pressure builds on Reed Sheppard with Marcus Smart joining the Rockets The Houston Rockets signed Marcus Smart, and it put even more pressure on Reed Sheppard to finally earn Ime Udoka’s trust.

AUGUST 16 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

More competition for minutes Sheppard showed flashes of becoming a long-term rotation piece during his second NBA season, demonstrating his ability to stretch the floor and handle secondary playmaking duties w...

Impact Although Houston's veteran core limits his offensive opportunities, the organization continues to value his shooting and decision-making. Sheppard should once again compete for consistent backcourt minutes while continuing his development behind the Rockets' established starters. However, his upside may not be as high with the return of Fred VanVleet (knee).

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Reed Sheppard is saying all the right things about his offseason development Reed Sheppard is already targeting his biggest weakness for the Rockets this offseason.

JULY 25 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Ime Udoka may have a Reed Sheppard problem after Rockets Summer League breakouts Reed Sheppard will have to watch his back given how certain members of the Rockets' Summer League team are playing. Bruce Thornton and Quadi...

JULY 14 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Analyzing Reed Sheppard's Fit With Fred VanVleet in the Rockets' Backcourt The Houston Rockets should have Fred VanVleet at the beginning of next season after he missed all of the previous season with a torn ACL. Th...

JULY 13 • SI.COM

Rockets' Marcus Smart signing creates obvious Reed Sheppard dilemma The Houston Rockets have started their offseason by adding Bogdan Bogdanovic and Marcus Smart, two veterans who address very different needs...

JULY 1 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Rockets' Reed Sheppard hype reaches seismic point with Hall of Fame comparison The Houston Rockets hold their 2024 third overall pick, Reed Sheppard, in high regard. After an impressive second season, Sheppard is alread...

MAY 6 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Rockets would instantly regret making Reed Sheppard their trade chip The Houston Rockets will be forced to ask difficult questions about their entire core after a disappointing playoff exit. One player Houston...

MAY 5 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Struggles in Game 6 defeat Sheppard totaled 10 points (4-19 FG, 1-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one assist, two blocks and two steals over 36 minutes during Friday's 98-78 loss to the Lakers in Game 6 of the first round...

Impact Sheppard struggled offensively during Friday's loss and only reached the double-digit points mark because of his shooting volume. He finished the series having averaged 12.2 points on just 30.7 percent shooting (including 29.6 percent from three on 9.0 3PA/G) along with 4.7 assists, 1.0 rebounds, 2.2 steals and 0.8 blocks over 32.2 minutes per contest. Sheppard saw his playing time increase shortly before and during the playoffs, but his role with the Rockets for the 2026-27 season could shrink due to the return of Fred VanVleet (knee).

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' ruthless 27-3 surge buries Rockets 98-78 in Game 6, sets up Thunder series

LeBron James had 28 points and the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated Houston with a 98-78 win in Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series by holding the Rockets to...

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Ime Udoka namedrops who Rockets will rely on to win NBA Playoffs series vs. Lakers | Sporting News In a crucial NBA Playoffs Game 6 between the Rockets and Lakers, Coach Ime Udoka will start to rely more on Reed Sheppard and Amen Thompson.

MAY 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Will Lakers be first team to blow 3-0 lead after second straight loss to Rockets? | The Herd

APRIL 30 • FOX SPORTS

LeBron James isn't worried yet after Lakers lose 2nd straight potential series clincher to Rockets

LeBron James didn’t get overly excited when his Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a shocking 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets despite playing without their top two scorers

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

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Lakers' ruthless 27-3 surge buries Rockets 98-78 in Game 6, sets up Thunder series

Will Lakers be first team to blow 3-0 lead after second straight loss to Rockets? | The Herd

LeBron James isn't worried yet after Lakers lose 2nd straight potential series clincher to Rockets