With Reed Sheppard officially announcing that he will be entering the 2024 NBA Draft, many NBA mock drafts still have him going in the lottery, so it’s no surprise to see he’s all-in on the pros.

Before the season started, many thought Sheppard would be a multi-year player, but nobody saw what was coming for his future in his only season with the Kentucky Wildcats.

Throughout the season, Sheppard was a team player and would help the Cats as much as he could to be successful, even after it was clear he was the team’s best player.

“Whatever coach tells me to do, whether it’s to go get a stop or get some water, I’m down to do it as long it helps the team be successful,” said Sheppard.

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Sheppard finished his UK career with an average of 12.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 2.5 steals per game, but those stats only hint at his impact.

Here’s a look at where Sheppard ranks in the most recent mock drafts, which all have him in the top ten.
With Sheppard exceeding many expectations, it is not surprising that he is projected to be picked in the top ten in this year’s draft, and if he performs well at the NBA Draft Combine, Sheppard might ensure he is drafted in the top five.