Reed Sheppard Adds 13 Points, Fuels Rockets' Second-Half Surge

Reed Sheppard contributed 13 points for the Houston Rockets in their 104-86 victory over the short-handed Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night. His crucial 3-pointer gave the Rockets their first 20-point lead, 90-70, as Houston dominated the second half after leading by only one point at halftime. Sheppard's scoring helped the Rockets end the Hawks' four-game winning streak with a strong offensive push, showcasing the team's ability to stretch the lead in the final period.