Rockets make their bold stance on Reed Sheppard crystal clear

Feb 9, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) reacts after a play during the game against the Toronto Raptors at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn ImagesAs the Houston Rockets enter the season, beginning with their season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, their greatest strength lies in their rotational versatility: a fact they will be putting on full display as the double-big lineup makes its regular season debut.

Yet, the starting lineup against the Thunder does not include second-year guard Reed Sheppard, and, apart from the excitement that the double-big lineup brings, head coach Ime…