Grading a short-sighted trade proposal that has Rockets abandoning promising guard

Houston Rockets v Chicago Bulls | Patrick McDermott/GettyImagesThe Houston Rockets don't know what to expect from Reed Sheppard in 2025-26. A new trade proposal has them flipping him for Norman Powell before they even find out.

Talk about an overreaction.

Yes, losing Fred VanVleet stings. The Rockets are undeniably light on guard talent. It's likely to be a problem throughout the year.

That doesn't mean cutting ties with Sheppard for Norman Powell makes an iota of sense.

New Rockets trade proposal is patently absurd

Let's look at the details .

So, it's not just Sheppard. The Rockets are also tacking Steven Adams onto this deal like he's inconsequential. Adams was a big part of last year's…