Rockets will have pre-draft workout with UH prospect Jamal Shead

The University of Houston has accumulated a significant amount of NBA talent since coach Kelvin Sampson took over the program in 2014.

Last year, his program peaked in the 2023 NBA Draft, as the University of Houston produced two first-round prospects in Jarace Walker (Indiana Pacers) and Marcus Sasser (Detroit Pistons). .

The University of Houston will not have a first-round prospect entering the 2024 NBA Draft. However, point guard Jamal Shead will be a solid second-round pick. According to Houston Chroniclethe Houston Rockets have scheduled a practice with Shead on Friday.

During the 2023-24 collegiate season, Shead has established himself as one of the best guards in the country. He led the Houston Cougars to a 32-5 record before their season ended in a Sweet Sixteen loss to the Duke Blue Devils.

Shead averaged 13.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 2.3 steals and 0.5 blocks. He shot 42.1 percent from the field and 32.7 percent from behind the arc. In addition to the Rockets, Shead has also worked for the Pacers and San Antonio Spurs.

“It’s not about proving anything,” Shead said. “I don’t think I have anything to prove. I just have to be ready to work from day one for whoever it is.”

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