DeWanna Bonner Expected to Leave Fever After Nine Games

DeWanna Bonner, a two-time WNBA champion and major offseason signing for the Indiana Fever, is expected to depart the team after playing only nine games, citing 'no interest' in returning. She has missed five consecutive games for personal reasons after being shifted to a bench role, which led to a poor fit and diminished performance, averaging just 7.1 points and 3.8 rebounds per game compared to last season's 15 points and 6 rebounds. Bonner's preferred destinations are reportedly the Phoenix Mercury or Atlanta Dream. Both Fever head coach Stephanie White and Bonner's agent have declined substantive comment on the situation. Due to her unprotected contract, the Fever are more likely to waive Bonner than pursue a trade. The development comes as the Fever hold a 6-7 record in an inconsistent season.