DeWanna Bonner Expected to Return to Phoenix Mercury After Indiana Fever Release
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, JUL 8 – DeWanna Bonner, a six-time All-Star and two-time WNBA champion, is set to return to Phoenix after being waived by Indiana following personal leave.
- On July 8, 2025, DeWanna Bonner returned to the Phoenix Mercury by agreeing to a free agent contract in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Bonner became available after the Indiana Fever waived her on June 25 following a reduced role and a request to leave the team.
- Bonner previously spent 10 seasons with the Mercury, winning WNBA titles in 2009 and 2014 and earning six All-Star selections.
- Mercury GM Nick U'Ren expressed great enthusiasm about DeWanna returning to the team, highlighting her leadership qualities and exceptional versatility.
- Bonner will be the league’s second-oldest player at 37 and is expected to add experience and skill to Phoenix’s strong 12-6 team.
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DeWanna Bonner expected to return to Phoenix Mercury after Indiana Fever release
Six-time WNBA All-Star DeWanna Bonner was waived by the Fever June 25. She is expected to rejoin the Mercury, where she began her career.
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