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Jessica Shepard Wins WNBA’s Most Improved Player Award

Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard won the WNBA's Most Improved Player award on Wednesday. Shepard averaged 14.5 points and 11.1 rebounds in her sixth season in the league. She had never averaged more than 8.1 points in five previous seasons…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 4:59 AM
Jessica Shepard Wins WNBA’s Most Improved Player Award
Key Things to Know
  • Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard won the WNBA's Most Improved Player award on Wednesday.
  • Shepard averaged career-best numbers with 14.5 points and 11.1 rebounds per game in her sixth season.
  • She recorded 25 double-doubles and six triple-doubles across the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard was named the WNBA's Most Improved Player on Wednesday following a standout sixth season. She established career highs by averaging 14.5 points and 11.1 rebounds per game throughout the campaign.

Shepard had never averaged more than 8.1 points per game in her previous five seasons with the Minnesota Lynx. Her impressive campaign included 25 double-doubles and six triple-doubles, with Shakira Austin and Carla Leite finishing behind her in the voting.

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