WNBA star DeWanna Bonner has been absent from the Indiana Fever for five consecutive games, sparking speculation about her future with the team. Bonner, who signed with the Fever in February, seems to be looking for a change of scenery. The 37-year-old player, with 16 seasons in the league, arrived in Indiana as a free agent, promising experience and leadership. Her last appearance with the Fever was on June 10. Since then, the team has cited “personal reasons” for her absence. According to reports, Bonner would not want to return to Indiana and would prefer to play in Phoenix or Atlanta. His agent, Mike Cound, has not commented on the matter.
The Fever coach, Stephanie White, has expressed her support for Bonner during her absence. In the nine games she played, Bonner averaged 7.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. Her contract, without protection, is for $200,000 this season. The Fever could choose to trade her or terminate her contract. In addition to Bonner’s situation, the Fever will also lose Damiris Dantas, who will join the Brazilian national team for the FIBA AmeriCup, a qualifying event for next year’s FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. Dantas is expected to miss five matches. Kamilla Cardoso, center for the Chicago Sky, will also join Dantas in the Brazilian national team.I’ve really focused on the group we have here and what we need to do to position ourselves to win.
Stephanie White, Fever coach
