Mercury buy out DeWanna Bonner, who will seek title chance
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Key Points:
- The Phoenix Mercury and six-time All-Star DeWanna Bonner have agreed to a contract buyout, making her available on the waiver wire and potentially an unrestricted free agent.
- Bonner, in her 17th season, is seeking a chance to play in the playoffs as her career nears its end, with both she and Mercury GM Nick U'Ren emphasizing her desire to chase a title.
- Bonner has had a distinguished career, including two championships with Phoenix, multiple All-Star selections, and high rankings in several WNBA career statistical categories.
- The 2026 season has been disappointing for Phoenix, with a 13-24 record eliminating them from playoff contention; Bonner averaged 10.6 points and 6.1 rebounds this season.
- Bonner expressed gratitude to the Mercury organization and fans, acknowledging the possibility that this could be one of her final postseason opportunities.
