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DeWanna Bonner’s Ongoing Absence Leaves Indiana Fever Facing Uncertainty

Stephanie White emphasizes the team’s support during Bonner’s personal leave, with consideration of potential frontcourt replacements.

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Overview

  • DeWanna Bonner has been out of the Fever lineup since June 12 for personal reasons and is confirmed to miss the June 24 game against the Seattle Storm.
  • Head coach Stephanie White has maintained that the organization is fully supporting Bonner’s leave with no defined timetable for her return.
  • Fans and analysts have noted Bonner cleared Indiana Fever references from her Instagram and raised unconfirmed retirement speculation.
  • With forward Damiris Dantas slated for national team duty from June 26 to July 8, the Fever could drop to nine available players if Bonner remains sidelined.
  • The Fever are weighing frontcourt reinforcements and have identified Aari McDonald and Bree Hall as possible additions if Bonner does not return.