Jessica Shepard’s time has arrived with Wings: Can WNBA’s Most Improved Player bounce back again?
ARLINGTON, Texas – The origin tale of Jessica Shepard, Watch Person, is actually a short story. She was playing basketball in Greece. She walked into a Rolex store. In her words: That was the end. By the next day, Shepard owned three luxury timepieces, because she revisited a different shop across the street to grab another one she wanted. “And then it just kind of became a thing,” she said,…
Arlington, Texas – Jessica Shepard, the WNBA’s Most Improved Player, has finally found her time to shine. She began her luxury watch collection in Greece, purchasing three Rolex timepieces within a day of her initial visit. Although her association with wrist bling may seem inconsequential, her team's rise from irrelevance to the postseason has made her a valuable asset.
Shepard, a 30-year-old forward, made waves by signing a two-year, $2.05 million contract in April and has been instrumental in the Dallas Wings' postseason berth since 2023. She averaged 14.4 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists, ranking sixth in win shares (6.3) and ninth in Player Efficiency Rating (22.6). Even Paige Bueckers, the franchise cornerstone, couldn't surpass her performance.
When the Wings hired Jose Fernandez as their head coach, they opted for a European-style system with skill at every position. Shepard's immediate impact on the offense was exceptional, highlighting the effectiveness of her presence on the team. With a focus on unlocking the Wings' potential, Shepard's role as the combination that propels the team forward is evident.
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