His playing time tonight has been inexcusable. 12 minutes through three quarters of play. Just doesn't make any sense with Van Fleet out.
Reed Sheppard
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He was on two straight highlight reels… but not the one with the ball.
He has a lot of talent in front of him, they’re winning, and he has lot of trouble staying in front of anyone.
That being said, he’s gotten meaningful minutes in a big game - opening night in the champ’s house.
That being said, he’s gotten meaningful minutes in a big game - opening night in the champ’s house.
Reed is terrible. once we get a real PG in December he'll never play again hopefully.
This is not the game for him. And Rockets have a lot of forwards and go with size.
I do worry, that when i watched Reed out there, I couldn't help but think he looked like some kid from the stands ran on the court to jump in the game. But this was a tough call-up for him and I saw more confidence from him than I expected. Probably helps when Udoka is your coach and not Cal lmao.
I do worry, that when i watched Reed out there, I couldn't help but think he looked like some kid from the stands ran on the court to jump in the game. But this was a tough call-up for him and I saw more confidence from him than I expected. Probably helps when Udoka is your coach and not Cal lmao.
I feel like they've gotta let him play through some of the growing pains though. I don't think he's ever gonna be a superstar, but he can be a solid pg and have a long career. I love his confidence.
I missed when Reed attracted all the detractors???
Can someone explain the hate?
Did he kneel to protest or worse?
Can someone explain the hate?
Did he kneel to protest or worse?
Dude gets clown suited by a 35 year old Meals on Wheels delivery driver in his only CBB tournament game, and the Rockets GM is like…
“There’s our #3 pick!”
Skinny Fat 6’1 dough bois and the NBA don’t mix… Unless the NBA is trying to mix in some comedy relief during games!
“There’s our #3 pick!”
Skinny Fat 6’1 dough bois and the NBA don’t mix… Unless the NBA is trying to mix in some comedy relief during games!
He is born in Kentucky played in Kentucky but decided to make us a laughing stock by supporting arkansas
As much as I would love to see Reed flourish (as long as he fixes his relationship here of course if not then I don’t care), I see no way Reed makes it to his second contract. You can clearly see he’s doesn’t fit out there with those guys. I never thought he would personally but thought maybe he turns into something 2-4 years later but I’m starting to really doubt it. He’s simply not NBA caliber.
I really didn’t understand and still don’t understand what the Rockets saw that made them think so. And I have gone back and forth with that opinion, but the positive outlooks by myself were mostly because he played at UK, I admit. But I think by next season he fades out to a degree. Reed as a late first rounder would have been more understandable. I see no defense to taking him top 3. Whoever made that call should probably be fired.
I also feel, and it’s just my opinion, that Reed seemed to change when the NBA talk started and he began to realize what he’d be worth. When I first met Reed before the year his personality seemed very genuine, like a common kid. I met him 4 times while he was at UK, and at the end when it was clear he would be a top pick, he seemed to be more distant and arrogant. Of course, that’s natural I suppose, but Reed was never like that. It makes me wonder if the money will ruin his career early, which can be common in 19 year olds. I’ve thought about this and spoke to several people that know the family. Apparently I’m not the only one who noticed the difference, however, I only bring this up to say I wonder if he’ll handle the contract and be what he could have been had he been a second round pick trying to stick.
Is hate being honest about him not being good enough to break into the Rockets lineup?
Post didn't age well, huh? He got roasted at the end of the first OT on a drive that basically sent the game in 2OT. Then he turned it over at the end of 2OT with a bad/weak pass to KD to seal it up for the Thunder.
Didn’t make anything out of me. This is a feelings thing ?
Ok. I get it now. Thanks.
He was a major part of the rotation. You mean starting lineup I guess.
I bet he’s a 10 year nba pro easily. Backup at worst.
Sounds like more emotions are really motivating this version of snowlflakes, but to each his own.
Waiting for the first Reed is a razorback post
Anything in life is a feelings thing. What are you defending or what is your point? You like Reed and think fans should support him? You think he’s good at defense? I wanna know lol
Imagine if he came back and played for Pope. He would have playing time.
I think he’s a 10 year pro and is good at steals and blocks-which are part of defense. But yea. His on ball d has a long way to go.
Feelings. By that I mean it’s my feeling that you (seemingly) and others are very in touch with your feelings and Reed hurt them.
It’s your right to feel hurt.
I’d forgot about it and I didn’t like it, but I managed to forget all about it. It’s ok to be different.
Maybe he wanted to show support to the guy that helped him be set for life and only ever have to play a game to make money. Maybe.
Either way, I don’t care again at the end of this sentence.
You care as much as anybody it seems. I don’t think about it unless it’s a thread about him. I post on about every thread on this here free forum.
If I’m being honest it seems you may have more feeling about it that you lead on.
For instance… thread about Reed Sheppard… me “ oh yea the guy that wore the razorback gear on game day.”
That’s about all the feeling I got for it bubba
He played the majority of his minutes after Thompson fouled out. But yes, meant starting lineup.
I'm not convinced he'll get a guaranteed second contract. He's going to have to improve a lot. If not for VanFleet's injury, he'd be buried on the bend this year too. He's got the opportunity and needs to capitalize on it.
I think the emotions are the folks that are extreme on both sides of "I love Reed" and "Reed sucks". The truth is, Reed wasn't very good and made two pretty big blunders when it mattered. He's gonna need to get better or his role will diminish even more.
He’s got a good motor. Heady and smart. Really good shooter. Good enough quickness. Just not physical. Does not have a high level of strength. can be a good player in the NBA through getting stronger.
How should he repair his relationship with you ? Publicly denounce Calipari ? God forbid he cares about his former coach . And if you've interacted with Reed at all you'd know he's a good kid. Very humble and gracious, if you got anything else maybe try not to be such a creep in the future
He shall kiss thy ring and say sorry before I forgive him. I doubt he wants any forgiveness tho lolHow should he repair his relationship with you ? Publicly denounce Calipari ? God forbid he cares about his former coach . And if you've interacted with Reed at all you'd know he's a good kid. Very humble and gracious, if you got anything else maybe try not to be such a creep in the future
Don’t you come around here with a good take boy what you thinking gyat gyat
So in other words you based your opinion on nothing but still felt compelled to share it?
That’s correct. Actually, I based it on the 125-124 final score, but, I do appreciate you feeling compelled to share your thoughts, on my thoughts, that you think I shouldn’t have felt compelled to share. Makes sense.
How should he repair his relationship with you ? Publicly denounce Calipari ? God forbid he cares about his former coach . And if you've interacted with Reed at all you'd know he's a good kid. Very humble and gracious, if you got anything else maybe try not to be such a creep in the future
Reed is a really talented and humble kid. He’s about as much as you should expect from a son. That’s not the issue. Im speaking about work ethic when 40 million slams in your lap, and there’s a family I know that knows them personally and it was just said that you could tell a change in him when it was clear he was headed to the league as a top pick. Nothing malice or horrible, just likely normal. Like I said who knows what any of our personalities would be like having that happen. The comment was about your drive when you come into money, just wondering if he’s the type to go Kobe Bryant / Jordan or the type to feel accomplished. Because that will be enough to be the difference in All star / 12 year specific role guy or no second contract and out of the league. I’ve got no idea if that’s playing a role or not. For all I know he’s busting it 24/7, I can’t exactly call the guy lol.
Calipari couldn’t give a rats *** about anyone but Calipari. Don’t be gullible. The guy doesn’t actually care, he was busy making 100 million dollars pretending to lol.
And he absolutely should and probably does care about his relationship with the state. He and his parents are ingrained here and have history. I’d assume he realizes this, as he’s already spoken and commented on it that he’s “a Kentucky boy”. Not a scathing apology but yea, I’d imagine Reed doesn’t want to be hated by his biggest supporters. And this is kind of what we do here it’s called a message board where you post opinions. If this is too much for you, I wouldn’t try X.
I think I understand how message boards work. I asked how he would repair his relationship with you and responded how you thought he was arrogant. Love how you always know a person who knows a person in every subject lol
Yeah, but his flaws would continue to be shown, which in turn would tank his draft stock.