Caitlin Clark lauds DeWanna Bonner at their highest level following Sky's loss
The Indiana Fever kicked off the 2025 WNBA season in style, crushing the Chicago Sky with a commanding 93-58 victory. Fever powerhouse Caitlin Clark commenced her second season in the league, while DeWanna Bonner drew her first breath in Fever colors, having joined the team as a free agent during the offseason.
Bonner might not have set the stat sheet ablaze in her debut, but the praised from her teammate Clark was more than enough consolation. "She deserves it. One of the greatest players ever, a top-notch human, a fantastic leader for our team. I'm fortunate to learn from her every day," said Clark.
Bonner's feat against the Sky was a significant milestone—passing WNBA legend Tina Thompson for third place on the league's all-time scoring list. It's worth noting that the Fever strategically targeted Bonner so she could secure her place in history.
As for Aliyah Boston, the Fever's rising star was gifted a blinged-out accolade from rapper Plies, while Sky sensation Angel Reese faced accusations of disliking Clark from an ex-NFL player. The referee elaborated on Clark's flagrant foul on Reese in the Pool Report. Amidst the off-court buzz, Bonner tallied seven points, shooting 2-of-9 from the field, and adding three rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Clark, on the other hand, recorded a triple-double with 20 points, ten rebounds, and ten assists, while shooting 6-of-13 from the field and 4-of-8 from the three-point line.
Looking at Bonner's career, she's played over 503 games and has notched 7,489 career points. With 207 points separating her from Tina Charles, who currently resides in second place, Bonner has her sights set on the top. Charles, playing in her 13th year with the Connecticut Sun, is still an active force in the WNBA.
Career Statistics
- Games Played: Over 503 games across her WNBA career[3].
- Points: 7,489 career points, surpassing Tina Thompson's record[1][3].
- Awards and Honors: Two-time WNBA champion, six-time WNBA All-Star[1].
- Recent Performance: In the 2024 season, Bonner averaged 15.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists while playing for the Connecticut Sun[3].
- Current Team: Indiana Fever, joined in February 2025[3].
WNBA All-Time Scoring List Position
- Current Position: Third place on the WNBA all-time scoring list[1][2][3].
- Top Scorers Ahead of Her:
- Diana Taurasi (retired) with 10,646 points[2][3].
- Tina Charles (active) with 7,696 points[2][3].
DeWanna Bonner's debut with the Indiana Fever was marked by her remarkable achievement, moving into third place on the WNBA's all-time scoring list, surpassing WNBA legend Tina Thompson. In the heat of the 2025 season, Bonner continues her pursuit, aiming to overtake Tina Charles and claim the second spot in the league's scoring history.
