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Caitlin Clark Makes Feelings Known On DeWanna Bonner Indiana Fever Team-Up 2 Indiana Fever forward DeWanna Bonner speaks during an introductory press conference Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Caitlin Clark Team-Up Gets DeWanna Bonner Hyped Up

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Rex Villas | Last updated Feb 12, 2025 8:31 AM ET

Caitlin Clark will be teaming up with DeWanna Bonner in her sophomore year in the WNBA. The Indiana Fever signed the two-time WNBA champion on February 2 on a one-year deal after her contract ran out with the Connecticut Sun.

On Monday, the Fever set up a press conference to introduce the newest member of their roster. At one point during the conference, Bonner was asked about her thoughts on playing on the same team as the player she had an altercation with during their first-round playoff matchup last year.

“I think it is just two competitive players that wanna win and push their team to get over the finish line,” Bonner said about her infamous clash with Clark. “It’s the playoffs, so emotions are high, Tension is high. But I couldn’t be more excited to step on the court with Caitlin. We had a great workout this morning … to see what she’s already done for this league and this organization is insane.”

“I couldn’t be more excited to step on the court with Caitlin. We had a great workout this morning…to see what she’s already done for this league and this organization is insane.” pic.twitter.com/HKtKnQWuJI

— correlation (@nosyone4) February 10, 2025

DeWanna Bonner said that she would try to make Caitlin Clark and the rest of the Fever team’s life easier. As a 15-year veteran, she also expressed her desire to mentor Clark and help her grow into a better player and so she could pass her teachings to future Fever players.

Last season, the six-time WNBA All-Star averaged 15.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists, and was a key player in the Sun’s campaign for a playoff spot.

Caitlin Clark reacts to DeWanna Bonner joining the Fever

Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever had acquired a significant player during the offseason in DeWanna Bonner. The veteran star has been in the league for more than a decade now, and her invaluable experience can help the rest of the Fever roster improve their skill and advance their young careers.

Caitlin Clark Team-Up Gets DeWanna Bonner Hyped Up 2 Sep 22, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles the ball chased by Connecticut Sun forward DeWanna Bonner (24) in the first quarterduring game one of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images

On Monday, The Athletic’s James Boyd asked Clark about her thoughts on Bonner playing with them next season.

“You want your teammates to be just as competitive as you are,” Clark said. “I think training camp is going to be really fun. That’s when you are competing live … I think it’s more the drive of pushing your teammates to get better, and I think that’s exactly what she (Bonner) speaks to when she talks about her leadership.”

#IndianaFever star Caitlin Clark on the addition of DeWanna Bonner, and particularly her competitive fire:

“You want your teammates to be just as competitive as you are. … That’s gonna push all of us. … when you can see a vet like that come in here and want to get better …” pic.twitter.com/mAoNkzRpbU

— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) February 10, 2025

Caitlin Clark Team-Up Gets DeWanna Bonner Hyped Up 3 Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) against USA Women’s National Team player Kelsey Plum (5) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

“That’s gonna push all of us to get better. When you can see a vet like that come in here and want to get better every single day still, … that’s inspiring. That motivates you to want to be better, too.”

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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