Dream news: Rhyne Howard’s message to DeWanna Bonner that sparked run
ATLANTA – There could be several arguments about the reason the Atlanta Dream signed DeWanna Bonner toward the end of the season, and they’d all be valid. It could’ve been because Brionna Jones went down with an injury , and they needed another frontcourt player. Maybe it was because they needed to add some depth to their young bench unit. Or maybe […] The post Dream news: Rhyne Howard’s message…
The Atlanta Dream secured a crucial 92-77 victory over the Washington Mystics in Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, thanks to a standout performance from rookie DeWanna Bonner. The Dream had gone into the game trailing 41-36 at halftime, but Bonner's energetic start in the second half was the turning point. She quickly established herself as the team's sparkplug, contributing a layup, free throws, and a key three-pointer to put the Dream ahead by five points.
Bonner's performance alleviated the team's nerves and allowed them to play with confidence and enjoyment, qualities essential for a successful playoff run. Atlanta Dream head coach Rhyne Howard praised Bonner's improvement and highlighted her potential to lead the team forward in the subsequent games.
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