Fansided · Oct 26, 2025
Reed Sheppard's limitations have left the Rockets with only one choice
Houston Rockets v Atlanta Hawks | Kevin C. Cox/GettyImagesThe Houston Rockets have started an unconventionally huge lineup in 2025-26. They're unlikely to change that lineup to add Reed Sheppard.
Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes thinks differently. He just published an article naming one player from every team who could steal a starting spot. He suggested Sheppard was that guy for the Rockets.
Consider this a polite disagreement.
Rockets can't start Sheppard this year
That's not to say Hughes is being outright illogical.
"If this gambit doesn't pay off, Reed Sheppard has to get a look as a starter."
- Grant Hughes, Bleacher Report
