DeWanna Bonner Reaches Third All-Time Scorer Milestone Amid Fever's Struggles Without Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever have struggled offensively in the absence of star guard Caitlin Clark, who is sidelined with a left quad injury expected to keep her out for at least two weeks. Head coach Stephanie White highlighted the team's tendency to 'settle' for one-on-one plays and jump shots instead of trusting off-ball movement and adapting to increased defensive pressure, resulting in a disappointing 83-77 loss to the Washington Mystics. Veteran forward DeWanna Bonner delivered a bright spot by scoring a team-high 21 points, marking her first double-digit game of the season and making her the oldest Fever player to reach 20 points in a game; however, Bonner has faced challenges fitting into the Fever's faster-paced system after transitioning from the slower Connecticut Sun team. Both Bonner and the Fever coaching staff acknowledge that her adjustment will take time, but her defensive impact and veteran leadership are valuable assets during Clark's absence. Despite the setbacks, the Fever's experienced roster, including Bonner and other key additions, aims to overcome early-season growing pains and remain competitive in the WNBA.