One of Minnesota’s few bright spots to start this season, the Lynx inked versatile forward Jessica Shepard to a multi-year extension Sunday, the team announced.
In her third year in Minnesota, Shepard has been the Lynx’s best player outside of Sylvia Fowles thus far this season. She’s averaging 10 points, nine rebounds and 5.3 assists. The Notre Dame product gives Minnesota the passing forward around which Cheryl Reeve likes to construct offenses.
“Jess has really gained her footing after a strong overseas season and has made major strides towards her player maturity after enduring a few difficult years of battling an injury,” Reeve said in a statement. “She is a poised competitor who will be an integral part of the Lynx for years to come.”
