DeWanna Bonner sparks Atlanta Dream against Washington Mystics in Game 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 5:35 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Washington Mystics 92-77 in Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs. Despite a sluggish start, the Dream trailed 41-36 at halftime. DeWanna Bonner, who has recently joined the team, led a strong second half with key plays, including a pivotal three-pointer. Rhyne Howard praised Bonner’s contribution and emphasized the need for improved focus in upcoming games. The teams will meet again on Wednesday.
- •Atlanta Dream lead playoff series against Washington Mystics 1-0.
- •Dream trailed 41-36 at halftime before rallying.
- •DeWanna Bonner scored crucial points in the second half.
- •Rhyne Howard highlighted the need for full-game focus.
- •Next game scheduled for Wednesday.
- 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Dream news: Rhyne Howard’s message to DeWanna Bonner that sparked run
"ATLANTA – There could be several arguments about the reason the Atlanta Dream signed DeWanna Bonner toward the end of the season, and they’d all be valid. It could’ve been because Brionna Jones went down with an injury , and they needed another frontcourt player. Maybe it was because they needed to add some depth to their young bench unit. Or maybe […] The post Dream news: Rhyne Howard’s message to DeWanna Bonner that sparked run appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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