DeWanna Bonner Shatters Career Milestone: Inside Her Record-Breaking Night and What It Means for the WNBA

DeWanna Bonner vaults higher into basketball lore. With two free throws in the Indiana Fever’s 93-58 rout of the Chicago Sky, the 37-year-old forward passed Hall-of-Famer Tina Thompson and became the No. 3 scorer in WNBA history, finishing the night at 7,489 career points. A record built on versatility • 16th WNBA season, 503 career games • 7,489 points, 3,100-plus rebounds, 1,000-plus assists—Bonner is the league’s first member of the 7.5K/3K/1K club. • Only Diana Taurasi (10,646) and Tina Charles (7,696) sit above her on the all-time scoring chart. Why the milestone matters now Bonner’s ascension comes as the Fever chase their first playoff berth since 2016. Her ability to stretch the floor (38 % from three in 2025) gives a young backcourt led by Rookie of the Year candidate Caitlin Clark freedom to attack downhill, while her 6-4 length remains a defensive safety net on the wing. “There’s nothing left for me to check off except another championship,” Bonner said during camp, underscoring how individual history is fueling team ambition. Evergreen legs at 37 • Off-season Pilates and plant-based nutrition have kept her minutes average above 30. • She’s resumed attacking the rim—4.2 free-throw attempts per game, her highest rate since 2020. • Tracking data shows Bonner still covers 2.8 miles per game, top-five among WNBA forwards. Impact on the Fever brand Since signing in February, Bonner-related social mentions have spiked 190 %, and Fever home attendance is on pace for a franchise record. Merchandise partner Fanatics reports her jersey sales now trail only Clark’s in Indiana. What’s next The Fever open a pivotal three-game road swing Wednesday against the Connecticut Sun, Bonner’s former team. A clean sweep would pull Indiana within one game of the No. 6 seed, tightening a playoff field where six teams are separated by just 2.5 games. Quick facts for fans and searchers • Position: Forward/Guard • Height: 6-4 • Drafted: 5th overall, 2009 (Auburn) • Career highlights: 2× WNBA champion, 6× All-Star, 3× Sixth Woman of the Year • Fun note: Holds Connecticut Sun single-game scoring record (41 pts, 2023). Bottom line DeWanna Bonner’s latest feat isn’t merely a personal accolade—it’s a rallying point for an Indiana franchise on the rise and a reminder that longevity, when paired with relentless evolution, can still rewrite the WNBA record book.