History of Reed Sheppard in Timeline

Reed Sheppard is an American professional basketball player currently with the Houston Rockets in the NBA. A consensus four-star recruit, he played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats before being drafted as the 3rd overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft by the Rockets. Sheppard is a promising young talent in the world of professional basketball.

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1998: Father named Most Outstanding Player

In 1998, Sheppard's father, Jeff Sheppard, was the Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA tournament.

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 University of Kentucky, choosing them over offers from Louisville and Virginia.

June 2023: Enrolled at Kentucky and Played in GLOBL JAM

In June 2023, Sheppard enrolled at the University of Kentucky. That summer, he played for the Wildcats in the GLOBL JAM tournament in Canada, where the team won undefeated.

2023: Top-50 Prospect

In 2023, Sheppard was considered a top-50 prospect in his class, highlighting his potential as a basketball player.

2023: Selection to McDonald's All-American Boys Game

In 2023, during his senior year, Sheppard was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game, marking a significant achievement in his high school basketball career.

April 18, 2024: Declared for the NBA Draft

On April 18, 2024, Sheppard announced his decision to 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 into the NBA.

October 23, 2024: NBA Debut

On October 23, 2024, Sheppard made his NBA debut for the Houston Rockets in a game against the Charlotte Hornets, scoring 4 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, in his first NBA start after being recalled from the G League, Sheppard achieved a career high of 25 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder.