Consider No resentment Between new teammates Dewanna Bonner And Caitlin Clark.
Dodge signed a one -year agreement with the Indiana fever This off -season and was officially introduced by the team on Monday. And of course, the WNBA All-Star six times was questioned about The little incident She had with The Fever Star during the WNBA 2024 playoff series.
During match 2 of the first round series between fever and Connecticut Sun, Clark complained to a referee after having had the impression of having been the victim of a fault by Bonner. The 15 -year -old veteran did not appreciate it, and Bonner had words for Clark before the 2024 recruit of the year of the WNBA pushed bonon with one hand. Bonner answered by dragging Clark’s arm.
Bonner and Clark continued to settle for the other after a dead time, and those responsible finally separated them to avoid climbing.
Asked about the incident on Monday and if it had an impact on his decision to sign with Indiana, Bonner could not help laughing.
“I’m glad you asked this question because my reception box has gone crazy about this moment,” said Bonner. “I think these are only two competitive players who want to win and push their team to overcome the finish line. Was the playoffs, so the emotions are high, the tensions are high.”
It was Completely the offseason for Indianawhich also added the attackers Sophie Cunningham and Natasha Howard To a team that tries to take the next step in the WNBA hierarchy. Bonner, who is a double WNBA champion with the Phoenix Mercury and twice appointed in an All-WNA team, said that it “could not be more excited” to play alongside Clark.
The two have already obtained training together.
“I think we feed on the other. I’m just there to give my leadership advice,” said Bonner. “I don’t think I need to push her to be a type of player she is not already, and I’m just happy to be here and I hope I can give her knowledge to bring her game at another level. “
Clark also praised the movements that the teams have made, noting that Bonner adds an essential championship experience.
“I think that’s exactly what we needed in our locker room. But they are not only really good basketball players, they are great leaders and great people and I know that the front-office has prioritized this”, she said.
Contribution: Chloe Peterson, Indianapolis Star
This article originally appeared on USA Today: Dewanna Bonner eager to play with Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever
