Minnesota Lynx, one of the premier teams in Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), recently provided an update regarding one of their star players Jessica Shepard who has been sidelined since June 16 due to an unknown non-COVID illness. Here, we explore Jessica’s health status, past injuries as well as career milestones achieved during WNBA playing career.
Update on Jessica Shepard’s Health Status.
Jessica Shepard has been out since June 16 with an illness unrelated to COVID. However, Lynx officials have provided assurances to fans eagerly anticipating her return that Shepard is making expected progress toward recovery – providing hope to fans eagerly waiting her return on court.
Shepard is being monitored on an ongoing basis; medical professionals are monitoring her condition closely and making necessary modifications in her treatment plan to ensure her recovery is on schedule and her health continues to improve. Regular evaluations seek to make sure these plans continue working effectively and ensure Shepard continues making gains toward recovery and improving.
Uncertain Return
Jessica Shepard has been experiencing fever related to an unknown non-COVID illness; due to the indeterminate nature of this ailment, its full impact remains uncertain and so her return date and availability for Friday’s home game against Phoenix remain inconclusive; much will depend on participation at practice sessions as she works through recovery.
Journey of Jessica Shepard From Draft to Rookie Season
Jessica Shepard began her WNBA journey when Minnesota Lynx chose her as their 16th overall pick in Round Two of the 2019 Draft. Their confidence in Shepard’s abilities was clear when they made this selection; and in turn her rookie season did not disappoint with Shepard displaying all her skills and versatility on court.
Shepard faced both setbacks and difficulties during her rookie season due to an ACL injury; yet her resilience through rehabilitation proved her determination and will to come back stronger than before.
Recount of an ACL Injury
On June 8, 2019, Jessica Shepard experienced an extreme injury during a game against Los Angeles Sparks. After she attempted a lay-in and landed awkwardly during her attempt, attitudinal instability occurred leading to an ACL tear requiring extensive physical rehabilitation in order to heal properly.
Aftermath Shepard suffered an ACL tear early in her rookie season. Following surgery and rehabilitation therapy sessions to recover, Shepard remained focused on returning to playing form quickly so as not to derail Lynx success.
Jessica Shepard of the Minnesota Lynx forward has had to overcome many adversities during her time away from WNBA play due to an ACL injury and ongoing non-COVID illness. But with resilience and determination she has come through it all with flying colors; fans and teammates eagerly anticipate her return back onto their court as her recovery continues.
