The Rockets have been running hot, and it’s not just the box score telling the story. This young core is building a vibe – loud confidence, fast chemistry, and the kinda locker-room honesty that only works when everyone’s bought in. And lately, few players have turned that energy into production like Reed Sheppard.

But here’s where it gets all the more fun. On Nov. 13, per beat reporter Danielle Lerner, the Rockets’ internal push for accountability took a crazy turn. A quick moment in the weight room turned into one of the funniest (and most revealing) team interactions of the season.

That’s where Amen Thompson jokingly threatened to punch Sheppard in the face if he hesitated on a wide-open look again. Now, this comes a few days after cameras captured, KD, Thompson, and Sheppard joining

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