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Mercury buy out DeWanna Bonner, who will seek title chance

DeWanna Bonner is free to join a WNBA playoff contender after a buyout from the Phoenix Mercury

By · Published August 25, 2026 at 08:31 UTC · Updated August 25, 2026 at 08:31 UTC

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Source diversity sample: AZ Family · Yahoo Sports · Arizona Sports · USA Today · Bleacher Report · ESPN.

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What happened

The WNBA's playoff race is about to get more competitive. The Phoenix Mercury have bought out DeWanna Bonner, a 17-year veteran. The move clears her path to join a team with a stronger chance of winning the championship.

Bonner's departure comes as the WNBA playoffs approach, with teams jockeying for position and looking to bolster their rosters. The buyout was confirmed by multiple outlets, including AZ Family, Yahoo Sports, and ESPN. Bonner's status as a free agent opens up possibilities for her to join a contending team.

Bleacher Report has already begun speculating on potential landing spots for the WNBA star. The question now is which team will secure Bonner's services and how her addition will impact the playoff landscape.

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Questions people are asking

Why did the Phoenix Mercury buy out DeWanna Bonner?

The Mercury bought out Bonner to allow her to join a team with a stronger chance of winning the championship.

When did the buyout happen?

The buyout was announced on August 24, 2026.

What are DeWanna Bonner's next steps?

Bonner will seek to join a WNBA playoff contender as a free agent.

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