Brittney Griner

Brittney Griner Gets Emotional Discussing Russian Detainment

The WNBA star spoke to reporters for the first time since her nearly 10-month detainment in Russia on drug-related charges.
By AP

Brittney Griner Working On Memoir About Russian Captivity

The WNBA star will recount her “unfathomable” experience being arrested and incarcerated in Russia.
By HILLEL ITALIE, AP

Brittney Griner Speaks Out Following Journalist's Detainment In Russia

"We must do everything in our power to bring him and all Americans home," said Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle Griner in a joint statement.
By AP

Brittney Griner Makes Powerful Call To Fight For Detainees Overseas

The WNBA star made a surprise public appearance at Saturday's 54th NAACP Image Awards.
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Brittney Griner To Return To WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury With 1-Year Contract

The 32-year-old’s re-signing comes roughly three months after she returned home from Russia following a dramatic prisoner exchange.
By AP

Brittney Griner Attends WM Phoenix Open Golf Tournament

Brittney Griner attended the WM Phoenix Open golf tournament Saturday in her second public appearance since her release from a Russian prison.
By AP

White House Marks Paul Whelan Detention Anniversary, Slams Russia's 'Deplorable Treatment'

Whelan has been wrongfully detained in Russia for four years.
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Brittney Griner Urges Supporters To Write Letters To Paul Whelan

Following her own release from captivity, the WNBA star asked her Instagram followers to send notes to Whelan, who remains incarcerated.
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Brittney Griner Breaks Silence After Release From Russian Prison

The WNBA superstar also revealed when she intends to play basketball again.
By DOUG FEINBERG, AP

Brittney Griner Wouldn't Be Home If Not For Black Women

Black women created real change in what felt like a hopeless situation — and we should all be taking notes.
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