After playing at Texas Western, Shed was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the fourth round of the 1967 NBA draft (his name is listed as  Neville Shed). His career ended when he tore up his leg while attempting a lay-up at a game in training camp. Because of that, he never played in the NBA or in other leagues.
Shed's basketball journey started at Texas Western, and he was chosen by the Boston Celtics in the 1967 NBA draft. However, his sports career came to an abrupt halt due to a serious leg injury sustained during a preseason practice game.