Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Basketball Player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 24/06/2004 |
| Age | 21 years |
| Birthplace | London, Kentucky, USA |
Latest News about Reed Sheppard
01/04/2026
Reed Sheppard scored 27 points, including a career-high nine three-pointers, in the Houston Rockets' 119-113 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. This performance highlighted his growing role as a key sharpshooter for the team during the 2025-26 season.
26/11/2025
Reed Sheppard achieved a career-high 31 points in the Houston Rockets' 104-100 win against the Golden State Warriors. The performance came after starting guard Fred VanVleet's Achilles injury sidelined him for the season, allowing Sheppard to take on a larger offensive role off the bench.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Isaiah Reed Sheppard |
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| Overview | American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the NBA. Known for sharp shooting, court vision, and playmaking instincts. Selected 3rd overall in the 2024 NBA Draft. |
| Current Team | Houston Rockets |
| Jersey Number | 15 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'2" to 6'3" |
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| Weight | 185 to 187 lbs |
| Position | Guard |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | North Laurel High School, Kentucky |
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| College | University of Kentucky (2023-24) |
Personal Life
| Grew up in | London, Kentucky - a home rule-class city of approximately 8,000 people |
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Family
| Father | Jeff Sheppard - Two-time Kentucky national champion, 1998 Final Four MOP |
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| Mother | Stacey Sheppard - Standout guard for Kentucky Wildcats |
| Sister | Madison |
Career
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Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Modern floor general with swagger; cerebral playmaker in transition; elite shooting and court vision |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Named after his mother Stacey, plays in her image | |
| 2. Wore jersey number 15 at Kentucky to honor his father's legacy after his longtime No. 3 wasn't available | |
| 3. Only scholarship player from Kentucky on the roster during his freshman year | |
| 4. Helped Team Ohio win Junior International Championship in Italy, earning MVP honors with 26 points in title game | |
| 5. Second player in UK history to have 80 or more steals in a single season | |
| 6. Only player in the country during his freshman year to amass 145 assists, 80 steals and 75 three-pointers |