Reed Sheppard slowly working on his PG skills, tied career high in assists with 8 again tonight.

In 32mins: 18 PTS 4 REB 8 AST 4 STL 1 BLK 4 3PT 65.4 TS%

Source: https://www.espn.com.au/nba/game/_/gameId/401810293

not_so_bueno | Rockets

62 | 14 hours ago

This team is at it’s best when Reed gets to dribble and make things happen. Past time we begin making him a focal point offensively.

Sc0rch1ngDr4g0n | Rockets

41 | 14 hours ago

We consistently win his minutes despite the defense. Especially with Tari and DFS back, we should feature him more. His spacing makes things a lot easier, and giving him development reps is a bonus to helping us win.

IDumbBoxScoreWatcher

9 | 13 hours ago

His on ball defence today was good today though! And his off ball defence with the 6 stocks (they miscounted one of his steals) was excellent

ElChapo1515

1 | 13 minutes ago

People are always going to knock his defense just as a small white guy, but he’s much better than most will give him credit for.

Dependent-Effect6077 | Nuggets

35 | 14 hours ago

Even if he’s undersized on defense the Rockets absolutely need him out there for the spacing IMO

Most of their lineups have 2 guys who aren’t threats to shoot from three so he opens up the floor especially since he’s always a threat to pull even from super deep

NeedleworkerSad9532 | Rockets

17 | 14 hours ago

With DFS back we can now run a small ball Reed(or amen)/Eason/KD/DFS/Smith lineup. Great spacing and defense against certain matchups.

frankievejle | Rockets

23 | 14 hours ago

My sniper. He’s so good. Fantastic pick up in the draft.

raul_p | Rockets

22 | 14 hours ago

Not surprised at all by what I’ve seen from him this year. He’s going to be soooooooo good.

Once his handle tightens and he can self create more consistently (because his middy is actually pure af), league is fucked.

MankBaby | Rockets

17 | 13 hours ago

5 steals (NEW career high)

They misrecorded a steal as a rebound during the game and it looks like they’ve just corrected the box score after the fact.

jknuts1377 | Celtics

13 | 13 hours ago

The Rockets found their point guard, and personally I think he should be starting over Eason while Thompson moves to the other guard position.

seclusionx | HOU

22 | 13 hours ago

As someone who wants him to start, I do see the value in him coming off the bench. When he starts he isn’t able to hunt his shot as aggressively because of Durant and Sengun needing touches.

When he comes in off the bench he has the green light. I want him to start, but I get why he isn’t, and right now that might be the best for him.

ElChapo1515

1 | 11 minutes ago

As another Reed truther, I agree 100%

It’s unfortunate because the starters could very much benefit from Reed’s spacing and ball handling as well, but imo, he has more of an impact off the bench to help give the team some scoring punch when either KD or Sengun come off.

heat_fan_ | Raptors

12 | 14 hours ago

So good to see him improve given more playing time

Miss-you-SJ | Vancouver Grizzlies

12 | 14 hours ago

On track for Sophomore of the Year. Got some negative press last year so glad he’s figuring it out

Baymaximus | Pistons

11 | 14 hours ago

Most Improved conversation?

jer113 | Rockets

12 | 14 hours ago

Sixth man conversation for sure

Shelter2828

6 | 14 hours ago

Conversation sure but IMO no lottery pick should get MIP, at least not without significant improvement. Jalen Johnson should be MIP

Kemintiri | Lakers

6 | 11 hours ago

he’s fun to watch, and it feels like he’s the team’s little brother, and they all want him to succeed. i really like it.

ElChapo1515

1 | 9 minutes ago

It’s hilarious. It was DFS’ second game, and there was a moment where he had his arm around Reed’s shoulder talking to him.

Dude has to have some incredible little brother energy because everyone on the team loves him.

recursion8 | Rockets

4 | 13 hours ago

Tax Szn baby

Reed Sheppard off the bench leads the team in assists vs the Cavaliers: 18 PTS | 8 AST | 4 REB | 4 STL | 1 BLK | 65.4 TS%