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How DeWanna Bonner’s familiar Phoenix role is helping Atlanta in the playoffs

DeWanna Bonner is proving her playoff pedigree once again, this time as a key off-the-bench contributor for the Atlanta Dream. After joining the team midseason following a buyout from the Phoenix Mercury, Bonner has quickly become a reliable force in crunch time, delivering a standout 23-point, nine-rebound performance in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals against the New York Liberty.

Her impact was especially critical after Atlanta lost Allisha Gray to injury, allowing Bonner to step into a familiar role she perfected during her tenure with Phoenix—where she helped lead the Mercury to their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2021 by providing clutch scoring, versatility, and unshakable poise in high-pressure moments. The Dream’s bench now benefits from her experience, as she seamlessly transitioned into a role that demands readiness and adaptability, traits honed during her time in Arizona.

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