Brittney Griner heads to penal colony where abuse, forced work common - latest
The Russian court said that the remaining time the 32-year-old WNBA star must serve will be recalculated based on her pre-trial detention
www.independent.co.ukHere’s a quick update on Brittney Griner’s deal status.
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The most recent widely reported development: Brittney Griner agreed to a one-year deal with the Atlanta Dream in January 2025, after the Mercury trades that season suggested she wouldn’t return to Phoenix [source coverage from that period]. This move positioned her to re-enter free agency the following year when the new CBA was expected to boost salaries [source coverage from that period].
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Context: Griner had previously returned to professional play after her Russian detainment and release, re-signing with the Mercury on a one-year deal in 2023 before the 2024 season brought changes in her team situation [source coverage from that period].
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