Tue Jun 24 22:00:00 UTC 2025: **Headline: DeWanna Bonner Reportedly Wants Out of Indiana, Eyes Phoenix or Atlanta**

**Indianapolis, IN** – DeWanna Bonner’s tenure with the Indiana Fever appears to be nearing its end, with multiple league sources reporting the veteran forward has no desire to continue playing for the team. The six-time All-Star, signed by the Fever in February to a $200,000 one-year contract, reportedly prefers to join either the Phoenix Mercury or the Atlanta Dream.

Bonner’s agent, Mike Cound, declined to comment on the situation.

The Fever brought in Bonner to provide championship experience and leadership to their young core, alongside other key additions like Natasha Howard and Sydney Colson. However, Bonner was benched early in the season and has been sidelined due to “personal reasons” since June 10th. In her nine games with the Fever, she averaged 7.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.

Sources indicate the fit in Indiana was “off” from the start, with Bonner’s expected role as a starter not fully realized.

The Fever now face a difficult decision. A trade is considered unlikely due to salary cap constraints of the Mercury and Dream. The more probable scenario involves waiving Bonner, which would only provide cap relief for the Fever, while leaving them responsible for her prorated salary.

If waived, other WNBA teams would have 48 hours to claim Bonner. If she clears waivers, she would become an unrestricted free agent, potentially allowing the Mercury to sign her without making roster cuts. The unfolding situation leaves the Fever in a precarious position, potentially losing a key player without any significant return.

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