DeWanna Bonner

Basketball player, champion with Phoenix Mercury

DeWanna Bonner - Basketball player, champion with Phoenix Mercury
Born

August 21st, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Basketball player, recognized for contributions in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Played for the Phoenix Mercury and achieved multiple championships. Competed internationally, representing the USA in various tournaments. Excelled in both scoring and defense, demonstrating versatility on the court.

Won WNBA Championships with Phoenix Mercury in 2014 and 2015

Selected for the WNBA All-Star Game multiple times

Named to the All-WNBA First Team

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