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ESPN calls Reed Sheppard the most interesting sophomore to watch for 2025-26

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According to ESPN, former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard will be the most interesting sophomore to watch during the upcoming NBA season.

Sheppard is poised for a breakout season with the Houston Rockets after averaging 4.4 points and 1.5 rebounds per game last season.

Here is an excerpt about Sheppard:

1. Reed Sheppard, Houston Rockets

Rookie season superlative: Following considerable hype around Sheppard a year ago, there wasn’t all that much to say about his rookie season, as he appeared in only 51 games and averaged 12 minutes on a talented Rockets team.