That is certainly proving true with Reed Sheppard. Just two years ago, Sheppard was seen as the local throw-in for a John Calipari recruiting class that was the best in the country. Cal had three of the top five recruits in the nation -- Justin Edwards,

Former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard, the third overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets, had an impressive G League debut Tuesday.

Reed Sheppard rarely received the opportunity to light up the scoreboard in scant minutes with the Houston Rockets this season. Houston's latest lottery rookie took advantage of his new starring role during Tuesday's G League debut in Rio Grande Valley.

The 3rd overall pick proved his slow start at the NBA level will be short-lived as Rockets fans should remain patient with his development.

Houston Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard was one of the more promising prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft but he hasn't been able to carve out a consistent role in the Rockets' crowded rotation. But his recent performance in the NBA G League indicates it's only a matter of time.

The third overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, many basketball analysts expected Reed Sheppard to be one of the top rookies this season. Many predicted that he would be the eventual Rookie of the Year.