DeWanna Bonner Reveals Reason for Wanting Indiana Fever Exit

On June 25, Chloe Peterson of IndyStar broke news that the Indiana Fever were waiving veteran guard DeWanna Bonner. This comes after a report from Annie Costabile on June 24 that Bonner (who signed with the team as a free agent this past offseason but hasn't played in a game since June 10 because of "personal reasons") had requested an exit from the Fever franchise.

In her article, Costabile noted that, "Multiple sources told Front Office Sports that the fit in Indiana was 'off' from the beginning. Bonner—who was signed to be an anchor with championship experience for the team’s young core—was expected to be a starter.  The Fever declined to comment."

Now that Bonner's waiving has been finalized, the two-time WNBA champion released a statement explaining what went in to her requesting an exit from Indiana.

"I want to sincerely thank the Indiana Fever for the opportunity to be part of the Fever franchise. Despite our shared goals and excitement heading into the season, I felt the fit did not work out and I appreciate the organization's willingness to grant my request to move on, particularly at this point in my career," Bonner wrote, per an X post from Chloe Peterson.

"I wish the Fever great success as they continue to build around this dynamic group of young players," her statement continued.