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Brittney Griner, formerly of the Phoenix Mercury, is congratulated on a play against the Seattle Storm in the first half of the second round of the WNBA basketball playoffs Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Everett, Washington. Griner, who was a free agent, re-signed with the Mercury on a one-year contract according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Photo credit: Elaine Thompson, The Associated Press

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Report: Brittney Griner re-signs with Phoenix Mercury

February 19, 2023
By Doug Feinberg
The Associated Press

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Brittney Griner says she ‘intends to play’ basketball for Mercury in the WNBA this season

December 16, 2022
By USA Today
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Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner’s recovery will be unique as a Black LGBTQ+ woman and high-profile athlete

December 12, 2022
By Andscape
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WNBA superstar Brittney Griner has been convicted on drug charges in Russia and sentenced to 9 years. Photo credit: BDZ Sports

Global

Report: Russia says it’s now ready to negotiate Griner release

August 5, 2022
By Tadi Abedje
NABJ Black News & Views

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WNBA player Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury has been detained in Russia since February. Photo credit: Lorie Shaull

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WNBA star Brittney Griner found guilty on drug charges in Russia, sentenced to 9 years

August 4, 2022
By Tadi Abedje
NABJ Black News & Views

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WNBA player Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury has been detained in Russia since February. Photo credit: Lorie Shaull

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Report: Russian court extends detention of WNBA star Brittney Griner

June 14, 2022
By Melanie Eversley
NABJ Black News & Views

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