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DHJ Quick Take: Jessica Shepard Earns First Career Player of the Week Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard was named WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week for May 25-31, the first such honor of her career and the first for a Wings player since July 2023. What did Jessica Shepard...

DHJ Quick Take: Jessica Shepard's Historic 22-20-10 and Azzi Fudd's First Start Power Wings' Comeback Over Aces First 22-20-10 in WNBA History: Jessica Shepard recorded 22 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, the first player with that stat line in league history; her second triple-double in eight days and the...

DHJ Quick Take: Paige Bueckers Adds Another Career Milestone In Wings' Win Over Liberty A Record-Tying Pace: Paige Bueckers eclipsed the 820-point, 160-rebound, and 225-assist marks in her career during the Dallas Wings' 91-76 win over the New York Liberty on May 24, tying Caitlin Clark for the fastest player...

DHJ Quick Take: The High-Octane Era Arrives Offensive Fireworks: Scoring 107 points on nearly 60% shooting in a road opener is a statement. The Wings' identity is now clear: if they are in the 90s or 100s, they believe they are unbeatable. The 26 assists on 39 baskets prove that...

DHJ Quick Take: The Blueprint for Indy The Boston Variable: The biggest shift from preseason to Saturday is the presence of Aliyah Boston. In the preseason meeting, the Wings dominated the paint (50-30), but with Boston back, Jessica Shepard and Alanna Smith face an "elite passer" and finisher who can...

DHJ Quick Take: The Spacing Solution The Spacing Directive: Jose Fernandez’s message to Fudd—"Don't pass up open shots"—is the central theme of her rookie season. For a Wings team that finished last in 3-point percentage in 2025 (30.4%), Fudd’s 42.2% UConn career average is the mathematical fix required to open...

DHJ Quick Take: Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever The No. 1 Narrative: This game isn't just a season opener; it’s a living history of the WNBA’s recent lottery luck. Having Boston, Clark, Bueckers, and Fudd—the last four No. 1 picks—on the court simultaneously is a marketing dream that anchors the...

DHJ Quick Take: The MVP Narrative Takes Flight The Betting Juggernaut: Holding 85% of the handle at a major sportsbook isn't just a stat; it’s a reflection of the "Paige Effect." Fans aren't just watching her—they are banking on her to leapfrog established legends. This level of public liability puts...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Near Full Strength for Indy The Probable Advantage: Seeing Alanna Smith and Aziaha James listed as "probable" is the best possible news for the Wings' flight to Indianapolis. While Jose Fernandez has been cautious with his public comments, the official designation suggests that both key pieces...

DHJ Quick Take: Monitoring the Final Countdown The Long View on Alanna: Jose Fernandez is playing it close to the vest regarding Alanna Smith. While "on schedule" is a positive phrase, the emphasis on the "long season" suggests the medical staff is prioritizing her long-term safety over the Week 1...