As Indiana attempted to ascend to the ranks of a true championship contender, Bonner's sudden exit had the potential to derail a transformational offseason. Instead, the Fever have made the most of a suboptimal situation and find themselves deeper than they were when the season began.

Mercury Coach Sends Clear Message on DeWanna Bonner originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner and head coach Nate Tibbetts did not know how Indiana Fever fans would react on Wednesday night when Bonner returned to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the first time since her unexpected exit in June.