Bonner credits kids' support during Dream Finals run

Veteran chases third title with Dream

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 17m1 min read

“Go try to win the trophy, and we’ll be waiting for you when you get home” 🥹 DeWanna Bonner opens up about how her kids Via @WNBA on X

What happened: DeWanna Bonner said her children told her to go win the trophy and that they would wait for her at home. She tied their backing to her years-long WNBA journey.

Why it matters: Bonner joined Atlanta on Aug. 30 for the stretch run. Atlanta faces Golden State in the 2026 WNBA Finals.

By the numbers: Atlanta is 10-0 since Bonner debut; first Finals trip since 2013.

What to watch: The Finals continue with Game 2 between Atlanta and Golden State.

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