KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — ESPN is jumping on the breakout bandwagon, heaping praise on a former Kentucky star and fan favorite.

As an NBA rookie for the Houston Rockets, Reed Sheppard left much to be desired during his rookie season, averaging only 4.4 points and 1.5 rebounds across an average of 12 minutes. • Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 3, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Kyle Phillips) • Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Thursday, March 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton) • Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard, right, reaches in on Los Angeles L

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