DeWanna Bonner agrees to buyout with Phoenix Mercury, considers contenders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

DeWanna Bonner has reached a buyout agreement with the Phoenix Mercury, following the team's elimination from the 2026 WNBA playoffs. The 39-year-old forward averaged 10.6 points and 6.1 rebounds this season. With her career potentially nearing its end, Bonner looks to join a contender during her free agency. The Las Vegas Aces may seek her to replace injured forward NaLyssa Smith. The Golden State Valkyries also appear to be a suitable fit, while the New York Liberty could benefit from her depth in the frontcourt amid health concerns for Satou Sabally.
- •Bonner has agreed to a buyout with the Phoenix Mercury.
- •She averaged 10.6 points and 6.1 rebounds this season.
- •The Mercury have been eliminated from the playoffs.
- •Las Vegas, Golden State, and New York are possible landing spots.
- •Bonner may retire after this season.
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — DeWanna Bonner landing spots: 3 WNBA playoff teams stand out
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