Reed Sheppard, the second-year guard for the Houston Rockets, may not have showcased peak efficiency during the 2025 NBA Summer League, but his performances still garnered attention.

Despite the Rockets’ disappointing 1-4 record, Sheppard stood out, managing to score 46 points over 61 minutes. Facing tough defensive assignments as the team's primary target, he demonstrated his offensive potential, particularly with his ball-handling and shooting skills. The 21-year-old will likely find himself in a more advantageous position in the upcoming season, playing alongside stars like Kevin Durant and Fred VanVleet, allowing him to flourish as a backup point guard rather than the focal point of the team's offense.