After veteran forward DeWanna Bonner quits on the Indiana Fever mid-season, Natasha Howard takes to social media with a blistering response — sending a message to teammates, fans, and the entire WNBA: “Some of us still fight.”

The Indiana Fever have seen their fair share of drama in 2025, but nothing quite like this. Just weeks after signing veteran forward DeWanna Bonner to a $200,000 contract meant to bring experience and leadership to a young, rising team, Bonner has abruptly walked away—leaving the franchise, her teammates, and fans stunned.

But while Bonner chose silence in her exit, her teammate Natasha Howard made plenty of noise.

In a move that’s now gone viral across WNBA circles, Howard appeared to call out Bonner publicly through a series of pointed Instagram posts. First, she shared lyrics from the song “We Not Done,” just 54 minutes after news broke that Bonner had left the team. Then came another message, directly stating she wouldn’t quit, and promising to let her actions speak on the court.

The message was clear: Bonner may be gone—but Howard is still here, still fighting, and not backing down from adversity.

A Leadership Void—And a Leadership Moment

The Indiana Fever signed Bonner this offseason with high hopes. A six-foot-four veteran with championship pedigree, she was expected to provide stability for a young squad headlined by rookie superstar Caitlin Clark. But instead of guiding the team through the storm, Bonner became the first one to abandon ship.

She left after just 14 games, averaging 7 points and 3.8 rebounds per game. League sources say she gave no indication of returning and requested a trade before being waived altogether. The Fever got nothing in return.

While some speculated Bonner was dealing with personal matters, that narrative began to crumble as former teammates, like Alyssa Thomas, continued to suit up despite their own challenges. Bonner’s disappearance now looks less like necessity—and more like choice.

That choice didn’t sit well with Howard.

From Unfollows to Unfiltered: The Natasha Howard Response

Howard’s reaction wasn’t just a stray Instagram post—it was a multi-layered message. After posting the “We Not Done” lyrics, she unfollowed Bonner on social media—then re-followed her hours later, in a move that felt more calculated than clumsy. For anyone paying attention, it was a signal: this wasn’t just personal disappointment—it was professional disgust.

The Fever’s locker room, still adjusting to Clark’s massive spotlight, didn’t need more chaos. But Bonner’s exit forced yet another roster scramble. The team had to wave Bonner and re-sign Aari McDonald under a hardship exemption just to keep its rotation intact.

Howard’s frustration? Understandable. And public.

The Veteran Who Stayed

What makes Howard’s response so powerful isn’t just what she said—it’s what she’s done all season. She’s shown up. Game after game. Despite not being the perfect fit in Stephanie White’s system. Despite receiving her own fair share of criticism. She’s adjusted, hustled, defended, and supported her teammates. And now, she’s defending the team culture.

While Bonner’s departure could’ve derailed morale, Howard’s response may have done the opposite: galvanized the team.

“This isn’t just about quitting,” said one Fever insider. “It’s about who you quit on. And Howard made sure no one confuses her loyalty.”

Reputations Are Built in Moments Like This

In today’s professional sports landscape, social media is the press conference. And Howard’s calculated timing, lyrical subtweets, and refusal to name Bonner directly only made the message louder.

For Bonner, the damage may linger. Any team considering her in the future will now weigh not just her skill set—but whether she’ll walk away again if things don’t go her way. Meanwhile, Howard is earning respect as a voice of accountability, a teammate who stands tall in turbulent times.

A Message to the League—and the Fans

“We Not Done” wasn’t just a post—it was a rallying cry. For Fever fans, stung by yet another blow in a rollercoaster season, it offered reassurance. Not everyone is quitting. Not everyone is cashing checks and walking out the back door.

Natasha Howard is still here. Still grinding. Still fighting for her team.
And for Indiana, that might be the leadership they needed all along.