Rockets Get Unfortunate Reed Sheppard News After Ime Udoka’s Strong Message

Reed Sheppard faces an injury setback after a rough Rockets opener despite Ime Udoka's strong show of confidence.

By Alder Almo · HEAVY

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:25 PM

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Reed Sheppard is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to a left knee contusion and bone bruise.
Rockets coach Ime Udoka expressed continued confidence in Sheppard despite his 1-for-6 shooting night in the season opener.
Houston defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-110 in the opening matchup behind 30-point performances from Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr.

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Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the San Antonio Spurs due to a left knee contusion and bone bruise. The injury designation comes shortly after Sheppard scored three points on 1-for-6 shooting from 3-point range during Houston's 128-110 season-opening victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

Despite the difficult shooting performance, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka defended the young guard, encouraging him to stay aggressive and noting the defensive attention he commands. In addition to Sheppard's injury status, Houston center Steven Adams is also listed as questionable with right calf tightness.

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