Reed Sheppard showed us that he deserves our respect

The Rockets needed Reed Sheppard most on Saturday night and he delivered.

By Darren Butler · Space City Scoop

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Writer Darren Butler argues Reed Sheppard proved he belongs after a standout performance as a surprise starter.
Sheppard recorded 19 points, seven assists, and six rebounds in Houston's 121-114 win over Atlanta.
Injuries to Fred VanVleet and Marcus Smart forced Sheppard into the starting lineup alongside Amen Thompson.

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Space City Scoop's Darren Butler argues that Reed Sheppard proved he belongs after excelling in a surprise start for the Houston Rockets. With guards Fred VanVleet and Marcus Smart sidelined due to injuries, Sheppard stepped into the starting lineup alongside Amen Thompson and helped Houston secure a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks to improve to 3-0.

Sheppard recorded 19 points, six rebounds, seven assists, and two steals while shooting 5-for-11 from three-point range in 30 minutes. Butler notes this performance was crucial for Sheppard under head coach Ime Udoka following an inconsistent stretch.

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