By Josh Reese

Editor

Alexey Shved, the almost-unknown part of the three-way Corey Brewer trade, came in and was used instantly in Houston before going out after two games with an injury (left ankle sprain).

Shved was listed as questionable going into Saturday’s game with the Jazz. But with a minute left, Kevin McHale emptied the bench and Shved entered the game and nailed a three.

“It feels better, I’m ready to play,” Shved said.

Shved clearly is itching to get back out their and show his teammates what he can bring. Kevin McHale shared with Jenny Dial Creech some pluses that Shved brings to the game “He has great vision, he has great height, he really drives to pass. He is a pass-first guy. We will try to find a way to fit him into our rotation,” McHale said.

Shved tells ROR that he is 100%, so there’s no doubt the Rockets will try to work him in more and more. After Sunday’s practice, Shved said he now has a lot more under his belt.

“I’m not a bad pick and roll player,” Shved said when asked to describe his game. “I’m a good shooter, so I can score the ball and play pick and rolls best. I just want to do what my team needs.”

Shved remains a bit of an unknown to fans of the Rockets. But as a 6’6 point guard who can score and make the pass, his upside is intriguing, and it’s understandable why McHale wants to get him real minutes.