Reed Sheppard Ruled Out For Friday's Game Versus Mavericks

Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard has been officially ruled out for Friday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks due to a back injury. The rookie backcourt option will not suit up as he manages the lingering back issue, leaving Houston to adjust its rotation in his absence for the upcoming contest. Further updates regarding Sheppard's recovery timeline and potential availability for subsequent games have not yet been provided by the team.