Reed Sheppard
Houston Rockets/G/
United StatesPlayer Info
Reed Sheppard, the dynamic guard selected 3rd overall by the Houston Rockets in the 2024 NBA Draft, has quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the franchise's future. The 21-year-old from Kentucky brings a polished, high-IQ game to the professional level. Sheppard's rookie season showcased his elite shooting touch, crafty playmaking, and a competitive spirit that belies his youth. He averaged impressive numbers, quickly earning a starting role and becoming a fan favorite for his clutch performances. His main honors include being a consensus First-Team All-American and the SEC Freshman of the Year during his lone collegiate season at Kentucky. Known for his basketball lineage—his parents both played at Kentucky—Sheppard plays with a poised maturity. His style is defined by efficient scoring, smart defensive rotations, and an uncanny ability to make the right play, making him one of the most exciting young talents in the league today.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
GP
3
MPG
20
PPG
14.67
2PM%
67%
3PM%
44%
REB
2.33
AST
1.67
STL
1
BLK
0.67
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
3
Games Started
1
Minutes
20
Points
14.67
Rebound
2.33
Assist
1.67
Block
0.67
Steal
1
Field Goal %
48%
3-Point Field Goal %
44%
Free Throw %
75%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
2.33
Turnovers
2
Assists/Turnovers
0.8
Personal Fouls
1.33
Total Data
Points
44
Rebound
7
Assist
5
Block
2
Steal
3
Field Goal %
48%
3-Point Field Goal %
44%
Free Throw %
75%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
7
Turnovers
6
Personal Fouls
4