Indiana Fever fans have seen plenty of drama this season, but few moments have sparked as much backlash as DeWanna Bonner’s latest on-court misfire. The veteran Connecticut Sun forward is under heavy fire online after a daring, high-risk play went disastrously wrong during a heated matchup — and fans wasted no time tearing into her with brutal comparisons and savage remarks.

It all unfolded late in the second half of the Fever-Sun clash, when Bonner attempted an audacious long-range shot that looked more like something straight out of Caitlin Clark’s highlight reel than Bonner’s usual style. With the game still in reach, she launched a deep three in transition — a move that not only missed badly but also shifted momentum firmly in Indiana’s favor. The Fever capitalized with a scoring run that ultimately sealed their victory, leaving Sun fans frustrated and Fever fans merciless in their taunts.

“Thinks she’s Caitlin Clark… stick to quitting teams,” one fan wrote on X, summing up the mood among many Fever supporters. “She’s been in the league long enough to know better than to pull that kind of shot in that situation.”

Another fan chimed in, “This is exactly why she’s not Clark. Caitlin earns the green light because she can actually hit those shots. Bonner just handed us the game.”

The criticism wasn’t just about one missed shot — it was about what many saw as Bonner overstepping her role and trying to emulate a style that isn’t hers. Known for her versatility, defense, and leadership, Bonner has carved out an impressive career in the WNBA. But fans felt her decision to mimic Clark’s deep three-point heroics highlighted the gap between the Fever rookie’s explosive offensive skill set and Bonner’s more measured approach.

“This isn’t about hating on Bonner,” one analyst noted. “It’s about knowing your strengths. Clark has been drilling those shots since college. Bonner forcing that look in crunch time wasn’t just a bad shot — it was a bad decision.”

The reaction grew even harsher as Fever fans dredged up Bonner’s past, taking jabs at her reputation for leaving teams and questioning her leadership under pressure. The “stick to quitting teams” jab — a reference to her stints with Phoenix before landing in Connecticut — quickly gained traction online, showing just how little patience fans had for her costly gamble.

Some fans even suggested the play exposed a deeper frustration among WNBA veterans as Clark’s star continues to rise. The Fever guard has transformed the league’s spotlight and elevated expectations for offensive creativity — and, critics argue, veterans trying to replicate her style often end up exposing their limitations.

“It’s wild how many players are suddenly trying Clark-style shots,” one fan observed. “But when they don’t land, it just reminds everyone how special she is. Bonner learned that the hard way.”

Still, not everyone piled on. A few fans defended Bonner, pointing to her long resume and status as one of the league’s most accomplished veterans. “One bad shot doesn’t define her,” one supporter wrote. “She was trying to make a play — it happens.”

But those voices were drowned out by the wave of ridicule dominating social media. The play has since gone viral, with clips racking up thousands of views accompanied by captions mocking Bonner’s “Caitlin Clark impression” and questioning her decision-making.

The controversy underscores just how much Clark has reshaped the league’s conversation in her rookie year. Her confidence from deep and willingness to take bold shots have not only transformed the Fever’s offense but also set a new standard for what’s possible in the WNBA. But as Bonner’s ill-fated attempt showed, not everyone can pull it off — and trying might do more harm than good.

For Bonner, the moment will likely fade as the season continues, but the sting of this viral backlash may linger. For Clark and the Fever, it’s another example of how their influence extends far beyond the box score — shaping not just how opponents defend them, but how they try (and sometimes fail) to beat them at their own game.