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WNBA Star DeWanna Bonner Balances Motherhood and Basketball

9/15/2025

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DeWanna Bonner, 38, is a WNBA veteran redefining longevity, inspired by her twin daughters, Cali and Demi.
The twins, born via IVF in July 2017, have unique personalities; Demi loves dolls, while Cali enjoys sports.
Bonner faced challenges returning to basketball post-birth, describing it as her hardest journey, but resumed play in 2018 with impressive stats.
Balancing motherhood and her career, she prioritizes time with her daughters and is engaged to teammate Alyssa Thomas.

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Story summary

DeWanna Bonner, 38, is a WNBA veteran redefining longevity, inspired by her twin daughters, Cali and Demi.
The twins, born via IVF in July 2017, have unique personalities; Demi loves dolls, while Cali enjoys sports.
Bonner faced challenges returning to basketball post-birth, describing it as her hardest journey, but resumed play in 2018 with impressive stats.
Balancing motherhood and her career, she prioritizes time with her daughters and is engaged to teammate Alyssa Thomas.