Tag: Reed Sheppard

Durant Sits With Sprained Ankle After Stepping on Fan’s Foot

Kevin Durant
January 2026

Kevin Durant missed Houston’s game after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan’s foot. Coach Udoka said he tweaked it and offered no return date. Durant was named an All-Star reserve on Sunday. Durant played heavy minutes in a recent win over Dallas, then was ruled out about 90 minutes before tip. Reed Sheppard is expected to start in his place. Houston said he had not missed games for injury this season before now.

Rockets Lose VanVleet to ACL, Durant Era Begins in Chaos

Fred VanVleet (Houston Rockets)
September 2025

Houston Rockets’ hopes took a huge hit as Fred VanVleet tore his ACL before the season, derailing their backcourt plans. The injury comes after acquiring Kevin Durant in a blockbuster trade, leaving rookie Reed Sheppard and Amen Thompson with major responsibilities. Reports suggest Houston won’t rush a replacement, instead testing Sheppard and Thompson’s playmaking while leaning on Sengun and Durant. With VanVleet sidelined for months, their offense may stutter, but internal belief remains that their roster depth can keep championship ambitions alive.

Rockets Rocked as VanVleet ACL Injury Clouds Season

Houston Rockets
September 2025

Houston’s season took a hit after Fred VanVleet tore his ACL in offseason training, leaving the guard sidelined long term. Rookie Reed Sheppard is expected to step into the starting lineup as the Rockets recalibrate ambitions in a crowded Western Conference. Houston had looked like contenders after adding Kevin Durant and re-signing key pieces, but VanVleet’s absence weakens their backcourt stability. While Sengun, Thompson and Durant provide star power, Sheppard’s inexperience adds uncertainty to a team eyeing another deep playoff run.

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