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From a BBNBA perspective, Wednesday night's games didn't feature too much Kentucky flavor. Immanuel Quickley remains out for the Toronto Raptors,

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots the ball during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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BBNBA Playoffs: Reed Sheppard shakes off LeBron's shove to end Lakers' comeback attempt

They say it isn't a true series until the home team loses, and a couple members of the BBNBA fraternity made that happen in Game 2 of the first

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BBNBA Playoffs: Tyrese Maxey and Shaedon Sharpe help pull off Game 2 upsets

Reed Sheppard is beginning to figure out this whole NBA thing...  It's been a much-improved sophomore campaign for the former Kentucky Wildcat.

Apr 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots the ball during the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Reed Sheppard nearly made Rockets history last night

All eyes are rightfully on March Madness right now, but lingering in the background is the NBA finishing up its regular season and preparing for the

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Former Kentucky Wildcats flood NBA player award watch lists

Tayshaun Prince had one of the most famous blocks in all of former Kentucky player history back in 2004 with the Detroit Pistons. Actually, forget

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WATCH: Reed Sheppard had a Tayshaun-like chasedown block

The next great batch of NBA guards from the University of Kentucky has been making their mark this week. Houston's Reed Sheppard and Oklahoma City's

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Reed Sheppard and Cason Wallace have been putting up big numbers this week

Kentucky basketball fans aren't in a great place right now. When reminiscing on the series against Arkansas, few can probably think past last year's

Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) drives against Arkansas Razorbacks guard Khalif Battle (0) during the second half at Bud Walton Arena

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3 Memorable Kentucky Wins at Arkansas

End-of-the-year NBA awards almost always feature a former Kentucky Wildcat, and this season will likely be no different. While Shai

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Keldon Johnson and Reed Sheppard among favorites to win NBA 6th Man of the Year

What did you get for Christmas? I'm sure it's lovely -- hopefully involving the Kentucky Wildcats in some form or fashion. I got a UK Starter jacket

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Reed Sheppard's Christmas present is probably better than yours

It is easy to stand in awe at some of the absurd offensive numbers that former Kentucky players are putting up in the NBA. Look no further than

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BBNBA: Four out of the top 10 NBA steals leaders are Kentucky Wildcats

While you were watching Kentucky put a mollywhopping on Tennessee Tech on the night before Thanksgiving, Reed Sheppard was busy being a professional

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BBNBA: Another career high for Reed Sheppard; three separate 'Cats score 37

De'Aaron Fox made his much-anticipated season debut for the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday and reminded everyone that Victor Wembanyama isn't the only

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BBNBA: De'Aaron Fox debuts, SGA's 20-point streak continues

The 2025-26 NBA season tipped off on Tuesday night. We were officially introduced to our new (old?) pals at NBA on NBC, with Mike Tirico, Reggie

Oct 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walks onto the court during the championship ring and banner ceremony before the start of their game against the Houston Rockets at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

BBNBA: SGA receives championship ring, Reed Sheppard attacked defensively

Reed Sheppard's NBA moment is about to arrive. With the Houston Rockets losing starting point guard Fred VanVleet to an ACL injury, possibly for the

Sep 29, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) poses for a picture during Houston Rockets media day at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Reed Sheppard's confidence "at an all-time high" as he knocks down hook shots over Kevin Durant

Reed Sheppard was back in Lexington last week getting shots up with Derek Willis inside the Joe Craft Center, bringing two Bluegrass natives

Reed Sheppard is back in the Joe Craft Center

You can't take Reed Sheppard out of the Joe Craft Center

It's an awesome week to be in Lexington, baby! Keep your head on a swivel around town -- you just might see one of the most iconic faces in

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Dick Vitale meets with the Sheppards in Lexington

Of all the rookie seasons we've seen in recent memory, Reed Sheppard's was certainly one of them. The former Kentucky superstar had moments of

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Reed Sheppard named No. 1 sophomore to watch ahead of 2025-26 NBA season

A couple of homegrown former Wildcats were back in Lexington this week.  Reed Sheppard and Derek Willis were spotted getting up shots in the Kentucky

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Reed Sheppard and Derek Willis were back in Lexington getting up shots at the Joe Craft Center

The 2025 NBA Summer League is in the books and, as usual, several former Kentucky players anted up and cashed in big in Las Vegas. A total of 14

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BBNBA: Recap for all 13 Kentucky guys in the Summer League

The Houston Rockets are shutting down Reed Sheppard (for the rest of the summer).  According to The Athletic's Kelly Iko, Houston has elected to keep

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Rockets shutting down Reed Sheppard for remainder of Summer League

This is your friendly reminder that Reed Sheppard is good at basketball. Yeah, he wore that t-shirt one time, but it's time to get over that. He is

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Reed Sheppard is too good for Summer League basketball

At least 13 former Kentucky Wildcats will suit up for a team in this year's confusingly named 2025 NBA 2K26 Summer League, which tips off Thursday,

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13 Kentucky guys set to play in the NBA Summer League

Reed Sheppard didn't get much real run as a rookie, especially one taken as the No. 3 overall pick, but he'll be expected to step into an important

Rockets have high expectations for year two Reed Sheppard: "He's just going to have to be really good for us. Period."

Reed and Rob go together like peanut butter and jelly. They were on their job during their time at Kentucky, getting buckets and slinging pizzas.

Kentucky guards Reed Sheppard and Rob Dillingham

Reed Sheppard, Rob Dillingham to Debut Signature Nike Shoes

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Reed Sheppard has been a well-known name for years, including appearing in a Sports Illustrated daily cover story during his sophomore year at North Laurel High School. He didn’t shy away from the early attention and combined with his play on the court, he became one of the nation’s top recruits. During his junior year, he averaged 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.4 steals and 7.6 assists and was named the Gatorade Kentucky Player of the Year. “Reed is a special talent,” an opposing coach said. “He is, in fact, the straw that stirs the drink. When he is doubled or chased, he passes the ball and gets his teammates involved. When he is guarded 1-on-1, he can score in loads.”

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