There’s something special about coming home — especially when it’s Lexington.
Two proud Kentucky-born Wildcats, Reed Sheppard and Derek Willis, are back in town for offseason training, giving fans a nostalgic and hopeful jolt heading into the new school year.
Look who is back in Lexington! Derek Willis and Reed Sheppard are getting some shots up at the Joe Craft Center.
It is always great to see former players come back to Lexington ud83dudc99! #BBN pic.twitter.com/6IeuqbgsOZ— Chris Beasmore (@CBeasmoreSports) July 31, 2025Reed Sheppard, fresh off his breakout rookie summer with the Houston Rockets, was recently shut down in Summer League to preserve his health for the season.