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Reed Sheppard's limitations have left the Rockets with only one choice

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The 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.