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DeWanna Bonner’s Indianapolis Return Tests Fever Coach Without Caitlin Clark

Stephanie White must adapt her defense to Bonner’s potent role in Phoenix’s system after Clark’s latest groin setback

May 24, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever forward DeWanna Bonner (25) reacts to a call Saturday, May 24, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith/USA Today Network via Imagn Images
Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts talks with forward DeWanna Bonner (14) during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Lynx at PHX Arena on July 9, 2025.
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Overview

  • Bonner signed with the Mercury in late June and has averaged 11.5 points and five rebounds with 38% three-point shooting off the bench in six games
  • White praised Bonner’s chemistry with Alyssa Thomas and said her stretch-four ability will require new game plans
  • Clark has missed over ten games due to her third groin injury of the season and remains ruled out for Wednesday’s matchup
  • Fever fans have taken to social media to criticize White’s handling of Bonner’s midseason exit and the team’s injury management
  • ESPN gives the sixth-seed Fever a 64.5% chance to beat third-seed Phoenix at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Bonner’s only visit this season