Mercury Reaches Contract Buyout With Long-Time Franchise Veteran
Summary
The Phoenix Mercury basketball team agreed to a contract buyout with veteran player DeWanna Bonner. This deal allows Bonner to join another team and try to win a championship in what may be her last playoff season.Key Facts
- DeWanna Bonner has played in the WNBA playoffs 15 times, 10 of those with the Phoenix Mercury.
- She was part of the Mercury’s championship teams in 2009 and 2014.
- The Mercury secured a spot in the 2026 WNBA playoffs before making the buyout deal.
- Bonner started her career with the Mercury in 2009 and returned to them after time with other teams.
- She played for the Connecticut Sun for five years and then signed with the Indiana Fever in 2025.
- The Fever waived Bonner in June, allowing her to sign again with the Mercury.
- Bonner expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play again with the Mercury and their fans.
- The Mercury’s general manager highlighted Bonner’s leadership and wished her well for her future.
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