The Dallas Wings have a new dynamic duo, and thanks to Paige Bueckers, they also have the perfect nickname: “PB&J.” This playful tag for her tandem with Jessica Shepard is already cracking up fans, hitting right as the WNBA heads into a three-week break for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup. Shepard dropped her August photo dump on Instagram on Monday, and Bueckers couldn’t resist jumping into the comments. “PB&J,” she wrote, and just like that, a legend was born.
This “PB&J” Combo Makes Life Easy On The Court
That nickname isn’t just for laughs, either. Bueckers has been making life incredibly easy for Shepard this season, dishing out assists with exquisite court vision and playmaking abilities that make her a true court general for the Wings. You can see the results in Shepard’s numbers, too, as she’s averaging 14.4 points per game while shooting an impressive 58.7% from the field. It’s clear their chemistry is something special. They’re fresh off a dominant 97-71 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday, showing exactly what this pair can do.
Bueckers’ Global Impact: From Dallas Star To Team USA
Bueckers, in just her second season, continues to impress everyone. She’s putting up incredible numbers, averaging 20.5 points, 5.9 assists, and 4 rebounds per game. Those much-improved stats weren’t just for show; they earned her a coveted spot on the Team USA squad. She’s headed to Berlin, Germany, to defend their crown and fight for a possible record fifth straight title in the FIBA Women’s World Cup. Bueckers spoke about her upcoming senior team debut, calling it “truly an honor at the highest level” to represent the country. She added that she never wants to “feel entitled,” believing she always has to fight for her spot. Fans actually caught an earlier glimpse of her wearing the Stars and Stripes back in March during the qualifying tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where she averaged 10.6 points and 2.2 assists, shooting 50% from the field.
Wings fans might have to wait three weeks to see their “PB&J” back on the court, but the good news? You can catch Bueckers rocking the Stars and Stripes way sooner. She’s heading to Berlin with Team USA, ready to defend their title and fight for that fifth straight championship. Talk about high stakes!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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