The Old Man and the Three The Houston Rockets Episode: Steven Adams and Reed Sheppard | YM3
Dec 18, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Steven Adams, a seasoned NBA center and New Zealand farm owner, shares his unique path to basketball and strong relationship with Oklahoma City. Reed Sheppard, a rising NBA guard from the University of Kentucky, opens up about his development and transition to the pros. They delve into funny road stories, their intense work ethics, and coaching insights on Ime Udoka. Steven also explains his carnivore diet and the challenges of the competitive Western Conference, offering a glimpse into their lives on and off the court.
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First Impressions On Arrival
- Reed Sheppard's first impression: Steven Adams is loud, big, and annoyingly talkative.
- Reed emphasized Adams is a good teammate despite the noise.
From New Zealand To U.S. College Ball
- Steven Adams came from New Zealand and played in the NZ league before getting a scholarship.
- He attended Notre Dame Prep briefly before joining Pittsburgh and adapting to U.S. basketball.
Draft Night Was Surreal
- Adams described the surreal feeling of draft night and not believing it until the next day.
- He collected team gear during workouts and didn't expect to be drafted initially.