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Rockets shutting down Cam Whitmore for remainder of NBA’s 2024 summer league

Rockets forward Cam Whitmore is done playing at the NBA’s 2024 summer league, but rookie Reed Sheppard is not, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

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As summer league continues, should Rockets keep playing Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore?

As 2024 summer league continues, the Rockets will need to decide whether it’s worth it to continue playing Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore.

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Reed Sheppard focused on growth, teammates with summer Rockets

“Keep getting in the gym and keep building relationships with your teammates,” Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard says of his summer-league priorities.

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2024 NBA Draft Class Shines At Las Vegas Summer League

The 2024 NBA draft class shines at the Las Vegas Summer League, showcasing top picks and emerging talents in thrilling basketball action.

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Trae Young, Ja Morant impressed by summer brilliance of Rockets’ Reed Sheppard

Grizzlies star Ja Morant and Hawks star Trae Young are among those taking notice of Reed Sheppard’s brilliant summer play for the Rockets.

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NBA Summer League: All Eyes on Zach Edey in Las Vegas

Rookies will get their first chance to prove their mettle during the summer basketball schedule which begins in earnest on Friday.

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What happens when NBA rookies become millionaires overnight?

The best college players often go from playing for free to finding themselves with vast wealth in their teens. It can be a mixed blessing

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Reed Sheppard officially signs rookie-scale contract with Rockets

Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard signed his initial NBA contract, under which he’ll be paid over $10 million per season during each of the next two years.

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PHOTOS: Reed Sheppard joins Houston Rockets via 2024 NBA draft

Sharpshooting Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard is now a member of the Rockets after being drafted at No. 3 overall in the NBA’s 2024 first round.

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2024 NBA Draft: Who Are The Top Future Prospects That Joined The League

There was no Victor Wembanyama, a generational talent that the San Antonio Spurs (and the league) have hitched their wagon to. And while the hype wasn't the same, there could eventually be a player similar to Brandon Miller, Jamie Jaquez Jr, or ...

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Rookie guard Reed Sheppard to wear No. 15 jersey with Rockets

Rookie guard Reed Sheppard will begin his NBA career wearing the No. 15 jersey for the Rockets, who last had that number worn by Daishen Nix.

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Rockets to introduce Reed Sheppard in Tuesday press conference

The Rockets will introduce Reed Sheppard in a 1 p.m. press conference on Tuesday in Houston, and it will be available for live streaming.

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Rockets signing Oregon center N’Faly Dante to two-way contract

Undrafted Oregon center N’Faly Dante will join the Rockets for summer league and perhaps beyond on a two-way contract, according to media reports.

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Rafael Stone, Rockets viewed Reed Sheppard as 2024 draft’s best player

“At the end of our process, we ended up with Reed as the best player in the draft by quite a bit,” Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of Reed Sheppard.

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Rafael Stone reacts to Rockets-Nets trade, Reed Sheppard draft choice

In a virtual press conference, GM Rafael Stone shared his perspective on the recent Rockets-Nets trade and Houston’s top draft selection of Reed Sheppard.

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French revolution: Atlanta Hawks select Zaccharie Risacher with No 1 pick in NBA draft

Risacher is the second consecutive French player to go No 1 overall after Victor Wembanyama was selected by the San Antonio Spurs last year

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2024 NBA Mock Draft: The final projections on the day before the draft

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The 5 best options for the Atlanta Hawks with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft

The Hawks have plenty of options at the top of the draft.

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Top NBA Draft Prospects: Sheppard, Dillingham, Castle, Knecht, Topic

Explore the top prospects in the upcoming NBA draft, including standout guards from Kentucky, versatile players like Stephon Castle, and international tale...

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Report: Donovan Clingan believed to lead Rockets’ 2024 draft board

“Donovan Clingan is gaining momentum as the No. 1 prospect for the Rockets,” The Athletic’s Kelly Iko reports ahead of next week’s NBA draft.

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ESPN: Rockets showing serious draft interest in Reed Sheppard

ESPN’s Jeremy Woo on Reed Sheppard: “The Rockets have demonstrated serious interest in him at No. 3, with both the front office and ownership intrigued.”

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The Ringer: ‘Little bit of doubt’ surrounding Reed Sheppard, Rockets

The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann: “Lately, I’ve heard a little bit of doubt cast on the Sheppard thing with the Rockets. We’ll see if that’s a smokescreen or not.”

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Report: Some 2024 NBA draft models rank Reed Sheppard as top prospect

ESPN’s Jonathan Givony: “Several teams have said that Reed Sheppard’s statistical profile have him ranked as the No. 1 prospect in their draft models.”

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Podcast: USA TODAY’s Bryan Kalbrosky on Rockets, NBA Draft chatter

Bryan Kalbrosky, national NBA staff writer with USA TODAY’s For The Win, shares his insight and perspective on Houston’s 2024 draft plans.

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The NBA may have scrubbed its draft combine stats after briefly displaying potentially incorrect measurements

UConn's Stephon Castle was listed at 6-foot-2 in socks, which isn't correct.

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