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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 1
Reed Sheppard Earns Starting Spot in Durant’s Triumphant Return
The Houston Rockets extended their strong start to the season with a dominant 129–101 win over the Utah Jazz, and the night delivered two clear storylines.
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.
Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / November 29
Warriors Announce Change After NBA Cup Exit
The Golden State Warriors were officially eliminated from the Emirates NBA Cup after losing to the Houston Rockets, 104-100, on Wednesday. Golden State had no answer for second-year guard Reed Sheppard, who exploded for 31 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29
Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Praises Reed Sheppard's Development
It's safe to say that the Houston Rockets have found a viable replacement for Fred VanVleet in the form of a committee. With the veteran floor general out for the season due to a torn ACL, the Rockets have turned to players such as Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, and most importantly, Reed Sheppard.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 28
Rockets Not Expected to Target Trade Amid Reed Sheppard's Emergence
There was mild concern regarding the Houston Rockets when Fred VanVleet tore his ACL before the season started. The Rockets, who already lacked a viable guard rotation heading into 2025-26, lost their veteran floor general, which meant they were expected to turn to a committee featuring Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Josh Okogie.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28
Fred VanVleet may not retain his role on the Houston Rockets, Reed Sheppard is to blame
The Houston Rockets could move on from star point guard Fred VanVleet. For the last two seasons, Fred VanVleet has served as the Houston Rockets’ starting point guard.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 28
Reed Sheppard Cited as Rockets' Most Important Role Player
On Wednesday, the Houston Rockets traveled to the west coast to take on the Golden State Warriors. It was Houston's first time taking on Golden State since the Warriors ended their season in the opening round of the playoffs. The Rockets were short-handed, to put it politely.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 28
'That’s Just the First of Many' – Why the Houston Rockets Were Not Shocked With Reed Sheppard’s Career Night Vs. Golden State Warriors
Despite not having Kevin Durant (personal), the Houston Rockets secured a 104-100 Cup victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, as Reed Sheppard put up his best performance of his budding NBA career.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 27
The Rockets Showing The Importance Of A Lead Guard
The Houston Rockets finally got a signature win against a Western Conference opponent, coming back to defeat the Golden State Warriors in the Bay to even their NBA Cup record.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27
Rockets’ Ime Udoka reveals biggest secret behind Reed Sheppard’s breakout isn’t his bucket-getting
The Houston Rockets pushed deeper into the NBA Cup chase on a night when Reed Sheppard’s career-high became the clearest sign yet of his breakout and shifted his team’s momentum.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Draft on SI / November 27
Former No. 3 Pick Carrying Rockets Without Superstar
The 2024 NBA Draft wasn’t seen as a loaded one, sandwiched between what many thought were two all-time classes. But many still expected No. 3 pick Reed Sheppard to excel for the Rockets.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 27
Sheppard’s Career Night Fuels Stunning Rockets Comeback Over Warriors 104-100
In a game that had all the makings of a Warriors runaway, a sophomore decided to rewrite the script. Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard exploded for a career-high 31 points, steering his team out of a deep first-half hole to snatch a dramatic 104-100 victory from the Golden State Warriors on their own home court.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27
Rockets’ Reed Sheppard’s career-high propels Houston past Warriors
Reed Sheppard picked a pretty good time to level up. The Houston Rockets guard went off for a career-high 31 points, powering a 104-100 comeback win over the Golden State Warriors on the road in NBA Cup group play.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 27
Win over Warriors isn't enough for Rockets to advance in Cup
Reed Sheppard capped a career-best 31-point performance by sinking a key hoop with 2:58 remaining, Alperen Sengun added another in the final minute and the Houston Rockets outlasted the Golden State Warriors 104-100 on Wednesday in an NBA Cup game at San Francisco.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 25
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Grizzlies
The Pelicans got a pretty loud reminder of what life is like with Zion Williamson… and without him. New Orleans managed just 98 points on Saturday while Williamson sat out the second night of a back-to-back.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 22
Rockets’ Sheppard Almost Carries With Career Night
The NBA Cup superstar clash between Denver’s Nikola Jokic and Houston’s Alperen Sengun didn’t go as Rockets fans would have hoped. The Nuggets won the NBA Cup showdown on Friday night, 112-109.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / November 22
Bill Simmons thinks Reed Sheppard is an NBA legend clone after impressive resurgence
Reed Sheppard had a memorable performance for the Houston Rockets despite the loss against the Denver Nuggets. Ahead of their matchup against the Denver Nuggets, the Houston Rockets were on a phenomenal five-game winning streak.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22
Rockets’ Reed Sheppard earns massive Mark Price compliment from Bill Simmons
The Houston Rockets may not have been able to overcome the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in NBA Cup action, taking a 112-109 defeat, but there were a few positives for them to take away from that contest.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 21
Reed Sheppard's Confidence Is Changing The Rockets
The Houston Rockets have picked up a few signature wins against Eastern Conference opponents in the last few weeks, winning close games against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Orlando Magic, and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 21
Rockets' Reed Sheppard Deemed 'Most Impactful' Player from 2024 Draft Class
The discourse surrounding Reed Sheppard has been rather inconsistent. And a bit rushed. People seemed quick to write him off and call him a bust after just one year into his NBA career.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 13
Reed Sheppard Makes History in Rockets Win vs. Wizards
The Houston Rockets keep stacking wins, and their latest victory revealed something bigger than another strong performance. It confirmed that Reed Sheppard, the 21-year-old who arrived surrounded by questions, is now officially part of NBA history.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 9
Rockets’ Sheppard Finding His Groove
The Houston Rockets’ rather cramped offense is still a work in progress. This was evident in Friday night’s game, a loss against the San Antonio Spurs.
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.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 22
Devastating injury removes Rockets from contender status
The Houston Rockets loaded up on veterans this summer to prepare for a title run. That run just got a lot more difficult with their point guard out for the season.
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