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Duke Blue Devils News / Hardwood Heroics / October 29
'Are You Trolling?' – Duke Blue Devils Star Freshman Compared to Excellent ’23 Season Reed Sheppard
The Duke Blue Devils recorded the top-overall class in the 2024 recruiting cycle, but one player some believe will stand out the most. The Blue Devils had six enrollees in the 2024 recruiting class as well as four transfers, essentially creating an entirely new roster.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 3
Could Kentucky basketball have four players from Kentucky in the rotation for the 2025-26 season?
Historically, the state of Kentucky hasn't produced a ton of elite college basketball and NBA talent, but over these last few years, that has changed. Reed Sheppard was just a star for the Wildcats and the number three pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 12
Reed Sheppard gives his recruiting pitch to the two elite 2025 recruits from Kentucky
Kentucky coach Mark Pope is currently trying to land some elite players in the 2025 class, and he has gotten started here in Kentucky. Jasper Johnson and Malachi Moreno are two elite prospects in the 2025 class that Coach Pope is trying to land.
The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz
The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 19
Kentucky fans need to not panic if the Wildcats miss on five-star Jasper Johnson
There aren't often a ton of elite recruits that come out of Kentucky, but that has not been the case in the 2023, 2024 and 2025 classes. In the 2023 class, Kentucky landed Reed Sheppard, who was just drafted third overall in the 2024 NBA Draft.
College Basketball News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 13
Rockets' Reed Sheppard Ranks Among Summer League's Top-Ten Players
Reed Sheppard was the best shooter in the country at the collegiate level last season, as he made 52.1 percent of his treys at Kentucky. Sheppard's defense and playmaking was also on display, as he led the Wildcats in both assists and steals in his lone season in Lexington.
College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / June 27
Kentucky Wildcats: Reed Sheppard Gets Big NBA Draft Shoutout From Karl-Anthony Towns
After back-to-back international players were selected No. 1 and No. 1 at the 2024 NBA Draft, Kentucky Wildcats product Reed Sheppard became the first NCAA player to hear his name, with the Houston Rockets making him the third pick overall.
Reed Sheppard discussed what the Houston Rockets are getting in him
Last evening, in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft, former Kentucky Wildcat Reed Sheppard was selected third overall by the Houston Rockets. During the pre-draft process, Houston felt like the best landing spot for Sheppard unless they made a trade to acquire a veteran and sent the pick away.
Rockets' Rafael Stone Reveals Fondness For Reed Sheppard: 'There Is a Lot To Like'
Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone never had the luxury of holding the No. 1 overall pick. But despite his misfortunes, Stone maximized each lottery pick and constructed a talented young core since the franchise began its rebuild in 2021.
Houston Rockets receive grade for selecting Reed Sheppard in the NBA Draft
The Houston Rockets selected former Kentucky Wildcat Reed Sheppard with the third overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. The players selected first, and second overall were both from France, so Sheppard was the first collegiate player taken in the draft.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 27
Best, worst fits from first round of 2024 NBA Draft
The first round of the 2024 NBA Draft is officially completed, which means it's time for us to weigh in on the best and worst team fits for several of the top prospects selected.
College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Rockets draft Kentucky guard with No. 3 pick
Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard is the first college player to come off the board in the 2024 NBA Draft, heading to the Rockets with the third overall pick.
College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / June 26
Reed Sheppard models his game after trio of NBA stars
Heading into tonight’s NBA Draft one of the players most likely to hear his name called very early on is Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard, who emerged as a bona fide star in his lone season with the Wildcats.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
John Calipari sends warning to NBA teams ahead of draft
John Calipari has always championed his players during the NBA Draft, and this year is no different.
College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / June 21
2024 NBA Draft: Reed Sheppard Scouting Report
Reed Sheppard had a statistically historical season this past year. To start, the Kentucky guard was one of three players to qualify for my Productive Young Athlete query -- a statistical query with a 78% "stick" rate that focuses on productive freshmen.
College Basketball News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 20
Rockets To Have Pre-Draft Workout With Kentucky Prospect Reed Sheppard
The 2024 NBA Draft is less than a week away, and the Houston Rockets continue to do their due diligence. According to Kelly Iko of The Athletic, the Rockets will hold a pre-draft meeting with Reed Sheppard this week.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / June 20
The Wizards should draft one of these three guards with No. 2 pick
With the NBA Finals in the rearview mirror, the draft is now quickly approaching, set to occur on June 26 and 27 at Brooklyn's Barclays Center. Here are three players the Wizards should consider at No. 2.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 11
These 12 prospects received green room invitations for 2024 NBA Draft
Zaccharie Risacher and Alexandre Sarr, the projected top two picks in the draft, were among 12 players who received green room invites on Tuesday, Jonathan Givony of ESPN reports.
College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 4
Reed Sheppard is too low on this NBA Draft Big Board
The NBA Combine has come and gone, meaning the NBA Draft is officially right around the corner. Former Kentucky Wildcat Reed Sheppard had a good showing,
Kentucky Wildcats News / KY Insider / June 4
Trent Noah Says He Looks up to His Friend Reed Sheppard, On and Off the Court
The level of high school basketball talent in Kentucky is the best it has been in several years. Last year, Kentucky fans got to witness the emergence of Reed Sheppard, and they are hopeful more of “Kentucky’s own” can help the Wildcats on the court under Mark Pope.
College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / May 30
Reed Sheppard looks back on AAU game vs. Bronny James, Rob Dillingham ‘That game was a lot of fun’
Per usual, this year’s 2024 NBA Draft class will feature several players who have played against or even with one another throughout their basketball careers.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 28
Reed Sheppard explains how he was able to have the NBA Combine's best vertical jump
One of the most important parts of the NBA Draft process is the combine and Reed Sheppard had a really solid performance. He shot the ball well and did a lot of other things at a high level, but the best part of his performance was his 42-inch vertical.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / May 13
Kentucky's Reed Sheppard displays excellent skills at NBA Draft Combine
Guard Reed Sheppard's stock may soar after an outstanding showing at the NBA Draft Combine on Monday.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13
One player completely stood out at the NBA Combine
The NBA Draft Combine is taking place this week, and one player has already stood out.
College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / May 12
Kentucky duo Rob Dillingham, Reed Sheppard share excitement while attending NBA Draft Lottery
The 2024 NBA Draft is still a month and a half away, but excitement is already setting in for Kentucky products Reed Sheppard and Rob Dillingham. During an appearance at the NBA Draft Lottery on Sunday, Sheppard was asked how his parents’ constant support has helped him through the draft process.
Kentucky star predicts the winner of the Kentucky Derby
Yesterday was the world-famous Kentucky Derby that brings people from all over the world to the Bluegrass State. Former Kentucky star Reed Sheppard and
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard declares for NBA Draft, creating hole in backcourt
Kentucky is out yet another player in guard Reed Sheppard, who has declared for the 2024 NBA Draft.
College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / April 18, 2024
Reigning SEC Freshman of the Year entering 2024 NBA Draft
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard announced that he’s entering the 2024 NBA Draft and forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
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