History of Reed Sheppard in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 6, 2026

Reed Sheppard is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He was drafted as the 3rd overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft. Prior to his professional career, Sheppard played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. As a high school prospect, he was considered a consensus four-star recruit and a top player in the 2023 class.

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June 24, 2004: Isaiah Reed Sheppard Born

On June 24, 2004, Isaiah Reed Sheppard was born. He later became a professional basketball player.

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November 20, 2021: Committed to Kentucky

On November 20, 2021, Sheppard committed to playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats, choosing them over offers from Louisville and Virginia.

June 2023: Enrolled at the University of Kentucky

In June 2023, Sheppard enrolled at the University of Kentucky after graduating from high school. He played in the GLOBL JAM tournament and averaged 8.5 points per game as the team won the tournament.

2023: Selected to play in the 2023 McDonald's All-American Boys Game

In 2023, Sheppard was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game during his senior year. He also finished his high school career with 3,727 points, 1,214 assists and 1,050 rebounds.

April 18, 2024: Declared for the 2024 NBA draft

On April 18, 2024, Sheppard announced that he would declare for the 2024 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.

July 3, 2024: Signed with the Houston Rockets

On July 3, 2024, Sheppard signed a rookie-scale contract with the Houston Rockets after being drafted by them.

October 23, 2024: NBA Debut

On October 23, 2024, Sheppard made his NBA debut with the Houston Rockets in a game against the Charlotte Hornets, where he scored four points.

January 6, 2025: Assigned to Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On January 6, 2025, Sheppard was assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the G League.

March 3, 2025: Career High Against Oklahoma City Thunder

On March 3, 2025, Sheppard achieved a then-career high of 25 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder in his first NBA start, after being recalled from the G League.