Miami plays Houston, aims to end home losing streak
Miami will attempt to stop its six-game home losing streak when the Heat take on Houston3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
REED SHEPPARD #15 - POINT GUARD - HOUSTON ROCKETS
3.9 PPG •
1.4 RPG •
1.2 APG
3.9 PPG
1.4 RPG
1.2 APG
Houston faces Orlando after overtime win
Houston visits the Orlando Magic following the Rockets' 144-137 overtime win against the Philadelphia 76ers5 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Houston faces Chicago, aims for 6th straight victory
Houston aims to prolong its five-game win streak with a victory over ChicagoMARCH 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Houston plays Dallas, aims for 4th straight home win
Houston will try to keep its three-game home win streak alive when the Rockets play DallasMARCH 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rockets face the Suns on 3-game win streak
Houston is looking to extend its three-game win streak with a victory over PhoenixMARCH 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rockets take on the Magic in cross-conference matchup
Orlando heads to Houston for a non-conference matchupMARCH 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rockets' Reed Sheppard out at least 4 weeks after fracturing right thumb Reed Sheppard, the No. 3 pick in last year’s draft, is averaging 3.9 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists this season.
MARCH 9 • NBA.COM
Houston rookie Sheppard out at least four weeks after fracturing right thumb
Houston rookie Reed Sheppard will miss at least four weeks after fracturing his right thumbMARCH 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out four weeks with fractured thumb Head coach Ime Udoka told reporters Saturday that Sheppard fractured his right thumb and will be out for at least four weeks, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.
Impact The rookie first-round pick was already ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pelicans, but further tests have revealed that Sheppard is dealing with a much more serious injury that will keep him out of action until at least early April. Sheppard's absence gives Cam Whitmore, Jae'Sean Tate and Aaron Holiday the opportunity to earn more minutes and a bigger role off the Rockets' bench over the next month.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Saturday Sheppard is out for Saturday's game against the Pelicans due to a right thumb injury.
Impact Sheppard has been diagnosed with an avulsion on his right thumb, and while it should be a long-term issue, it's severe enough to sideline the rookie for, at least, one game. Sheppard's next chance to play will come against the Magic on Monday, although it's worth noting that his absence won't affect many fantasy decisions.
MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE
Returning to bench Sheppard isn't in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Pacers.
Impact Sheppard was inserted into the starting lineup Monday with Amen Thompson (shoulder) and Fred Van Vleet (ankle) both out. However, Thompson's return to the lineup Tuesday will send the rookie guard back to the bench. Sheppard is averaging 4.0 points and 1.7 rebounds in 11.8 minutes across his previous 10 appearances coming off the bench.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Why Reed Sheppard, Rockets should 'stick to the script' after pushing Thunder in loss | NBA.com Why Reed Sheppard, Rockets should 'stick to the script' after pushing Thunder in loss
MARCH 4 • NBA.COM
Houston Rockets Reed Sheppard has career night Houston Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard strives in his first NBA career start.
MARCH 4 • KANSASCITY.COM
Logs career-high 25 points Sheppard accumulated 25 points (10-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, two rebounds, two steals and one block in 31 minutes during Monday's 137-128 loss to the Thunder.
Impact Sheppard recorded a career-high 25 points in just his third time playing 20-plus minutes this season. The No. 3 overall pick of the 2024 Draft received his first career start due to Fred VanVleet (ankle) and three more of the club's usual starters being sidelined. Sheppard's level of play Monday bodes well for his chances of cracking the rotation when the club is fully healthy, though he'll still have to compete for playing time on a stacked roster.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 51 as Thunder top Rockets 137-128 for 50th win
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 51 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Houston Rockets 137-128MARCH 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Running with starters Monday Sheppard will start in Monday's game against the Thunder, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
Impact Sheppard will receive the starting nod for the first time in his career due to Fred VanVleet (ankle) being sidelined. Houston will be without four of its usual starters Monday, meaning the club's second unit will have to step up. Over his last 10 outings, Sheppard has averaged 4.0 points across 11.8 minutes per game.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
The Rockets' Peculiar Case of Reed Sheppard Houston's rookie guard and the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft has not lived up to expectations for a variety of reasons.
FEBRUARY 18 • SI.COM
Muted impact in loss Sheppard chipped in no counting stats over five minutes during Thursday's 105-98 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Sheppard has played in Houston's last eight contests but has scored double-digit points just once over that span. Across those eight appearances, Sheppard averaged 4.4 points and 2.0 rebounds in 13.0 minutes.
FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
Standout performance in loss Sheppard supplied 16 points (5-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and two steals over 28 minutes during Tuesday's 99-97 loss to the Nets.
Impact Sheppard produced easily the best performance of his young career, putting up career-high numbers across the board. With the Rockets down on troops, Sheppard outplayed Aaron Holiday, flashing the upside many thought he had coming into the season. While this was an encouraging performance, Tari Eason could return for the next game after sitting out Tuesday on the second night of a back-to-back. When the Rockets are healthy, Sheppard is unlikely to be anything more than a depth piece.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Reed Sheppard (16 points) Highlights vs. Brooklyn Nets
FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE
Look: Reed Sheppard donned Arkansas-Kentucky fit before John Calipari return to Rupp Arena Prior to Saturday's Arkansas-Kentucky basketball game, former Wildcat Reed Sheppard showed support for John Calipari and Kentucky with his o...
FEBRUARY 2 • USATODAY.COM
Plays 16 minutes Saturday Sheppard registered six points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block over 16 minutes during Saturday's 110-98 loss to Brooklyn.
Impact Sheppard had been a healthy DNP over the Rockets' prior six games, but his appearance Saturday was needed after Fred VanVleet suffered a right ankle injury in the second quarter. Sheppard was able to connect on two three-pointers (which was his most in an NBA regular-season game since Nov. 23), but he did struggle to hold his own at the defensive end at times. Sheppard could see some meaningful minutes off the bench if VanVleet's injury were to cause him to be sidelined for an extended period of time.
FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Victor Wembanyama, Zach Edey headline rosters for NBA Rising Stars games
San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama is officially headed back to All-Star weekend after being picked for his second consecutive Rising Stars eve...JANUARY 28
Why is Reed Sheppard not playing for Rockets? Deep roster, lack of trust keeping Kentucky star off floor | Sporting News Reed Sheppard has barely seen the floor for the Rockets during his rookie year.
JANUARY 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
