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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 22
This Rockets Player Is Ready For A Bigger Role
The Houston Rockets are set to start training camp this week. The franchise is heading into the introductory period with a few key differences from 2025, particularly in the backcourt.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 20
NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Hawks
The Raptors added Kawhi Leonard, giving them another elite and versatile defender beside Scottie Barnes. That still doesn’t guarantee an answer for every opponent.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / September 11
What counts as a successful season for Rockets Reed Sheppard? 
Expectations are a double-edged sword. Side note: Why would anyone want a single-edged sword? The AI Overlord says double-edged swords offer quick versatility,
The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
The Award that Reed Sheppard Could Win in 2026-27
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 34 points, followed by Dylan Harper with 23 and Ajay Mitchell with 22.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 20
The Houston Rockets’ Top Trade Asset For This Offseason
The Houston Rockets have had a relatively quiet offseason, with the biggest acquisition being defensive specialist Marcus Smart. Houston’s front office has left the core untouched, which is likely to continue as training camp draws closer.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 3
Mock Trade: Rockets Move into NBA Draft’s First Round
The 2026 NBA Draft is coming up, though the Rockets don’t have a first-round pick. Despite that, they need to plug a few holes on the roster, and the guard-laden 2026 class could be a great way to add depth.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 1
Three Prospects the Rockets Could Trade Into the First Round for
The Rockets don’t currently own their first-round pick at the 2026 NBA Draft, but are still in need of several things moving into next season. The first of which is more guard help.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 17
What Rockets GM Rafael Stone Thinks of Reed Sheppard and His Future
The future of the Houston Rockets has always been talked about. That future is now. The expectations surrounding the Rockets is that to contend going forward.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 13
What Ime Udoka Thinks of Reed Sheppard's Growth on Defense
So much of the Houston Rockets’ story over the past few years has been the growth of the young talent and draft picks on the team. The Rockets’ future
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12
How Critical Is Reed Sheppard's Growth For The Rockets?
The summer projects to be somewhat of a training camp for the young players on the Houston Rockets. The front office is banking on improvements across the board from their top young players, relying on their growth to support the play of impact veterans like Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 6
Rockets Believe Reed Sheppard Could Morph into Steve Nash Type of Player
Reed Sheppard entered the 2025-26 NBA season with expectations of a significant role for the Houston Rockets. The franchise had selected him third overall in the 2024 NBA Draft and lacked depth at the guard spot.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 5
Rockets Passed on Reunion with James Harden out of Fear of Stunting Growth of Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard
James Harden is one of the greatest players in the history of the Houston Rockets. Some rank him second, behind only Hakeem Olajuwon. Others rank him ahead of Olajuwon.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 3
Rockets' 1st Round Disappointment Could Make Perfect Pelicans Trade Target Available
The Houston Rockets had one of the most disappointing first-round exits of the playoffs, losing in six to the short-handed Lakers. This could augur significant moves in the offseason, whether it's on the coaching staff, front office, or with the personnel.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Reed Sheppard's clutch play late helps Rockets stave off elimination vs. Lakers on LeBron James' historic night
A historic night from LeBron James and the long-awaited return of Austin Reaves were still not enough to prevent the short-handed Houston Rockets from taking Wednesday's Game 5.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / March 20
Fantasy Basketball Breakout Candidates 2026-27: Cooper Flagg, Reed Sheppard & AJ Dybantsa
Springtime means smart fantasy basketball managers are looking into their crystal balls to see which players will be breakout stars in the 2026-27 season.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / February 27
Streaking Reed Sheppard leads Rockets into matchup with Heat
The Houston Rockets were on the verge of completing a stunning rally from a 19-point deficit against the Orlando Magic on Thursday but needed one final push to get over the hump.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 21
Reed Sheppard hopes for continued spark as Rockets visit Sixers
Reed Sheppard isn't the best player on the Houston Rockets, but right now he just might be their most important. Sheppard aims to continue his strong play of late when the Rockets visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 21
Reed Sheppard leads Rockets to largest comeback of season in win over Spurs
The Houston Rockets trailed by as many 16 to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night before putting together a huge fourth-quarter rally.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 21
Reed Sheppard Reacts to 28-Point Performance, Rockets Win vs. Nuggets
Reed Sheppard's jump from year one to year two has been almost unprecedented when considering how limited he was last season. The 6-foot-2 guard went from a rookie who couldn't get much burn on a playoff team to an elite contributor to a title-contending Houston Rockets squad.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Kevin Durant, Reed Sheppard lead Rockets to convincing win over Nuggets
Just one game after blowing a massive first-half lead, the Houston Rockets bounced back in a major way with a 115-101 win over the Denver Nuggets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 30
These five NBA players have officially arrived as stars
Let’s take a look at our NBA All-Breakout team at the quarter point of the 2025-26 season.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 31
Rockets pick up 2026-27 options on Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard
The Houston Rockets have exercised their team options for the 2026-27 season on guards Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard, reports Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Rockets' point guard plan has mixed results in opener
The Rockets may need to start thinking about what ball-handler they can trade for in the next few months.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 17
Rising Rockets star turning heads after strong preseason showing
The Houston Rockets may have found their next breakout guard.
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