Celtics add their voices to those asking for Griner's return
Some members of the Boston Celtics are using their platform at the NBA’s title series to add their voices to the chorus of those demanding WNBA star Brittney Griner be allowed to come home.
Brittney Griner: State Department pushing to see basketball star as she remains detained in Russia
The State Department said Tuesday that it still pushing to have regular contact with WNBA star Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury, who has been detained in Russia for nearly three months.
Brittney Griner's pre-trial detention in Russia extended by 1 month, lawyer says
Griner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was detained at the Moscow airport after vape cartridges containing oil derived from cannabis were allegedly found in her luggage, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
Brittney Griner now considered wrongfully detained, US officials say
WNBA star Brittney Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing traces of cannabis oil.
WNBA to honor Brittney Griner with league-wide floor decals
Russian authorities said a search of Brittney Griner's luggage revealed vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. She has a hearing set for May 19.
Brittney Griner could spend 5 years in Russian labor camp, expert says
Brittney Griner has not been seen since she was arrested in Russia last month after Russian officials allegedly found vape cartridges in her luggage and accused her of attempting to smuggle drugs into the country.
Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner to be detained in Russia until May: report
The Phoenix Mercury player had been detained at a Moscow airport after a drug-sniffing dog reportedly found vapes with cannabis oil in her luggage.
Can diplomatic efforts work to free WNBA star Brittney Griner?
Efforts are continuing to free Houston-native and WNBA all-star Brittney Griner from Russian detention. She was taken into custody, before the invasion of Ukraine, as she entered the country to play basketball and is now accused of smuggling hashish-oil into the country.
WNBA star Brittney Griner's wife thanks fans for their support, asks for privacy after player's arrest
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges.
Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner jailed in Russia after vapes found in luggage: reports
Phoenix Mercury player and WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner has been jailed in Russia after vape cartridges were found in her luggage at a Moscow airport, according to multiple reports.
Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver denies allegations of historical racism, sexism
The Phoenix Suns have released a statement regarding a potential media investigation into the workplace culture of the franchise, denying that the organization or owner Robert Sarver have a history of racism or sexism.
WNBA star Candace Parker pays tribute to Kobe, Gigi Bryant after Sky's championship
Chicago Sky star Candace Parker paid tribute to Kobe Bryant after she helped the team to the franchise’s first WNBA championship on Sunday.
Atlanta Dream host HBCU night Thursday in College Park
Thursday is HBCU Night at the Arena at Gateway Center in College Park as the Atlanta Dream take on the Las Vegas Aces.
Former Laker Jared Dudley retires, joins Dallas Mavericks' coaching staff
Former Lakers forward Jared Dudley has retired as a player for the NBA and will become an assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks under new head coach Jason Kidd, it was announced Tuesday.
Atlanta Dream interim head coach Mike Petersen steps down over health concerns
Mike Petersen is stepping down as the interim head coach of the Atlanta Dream due to health reasons.
Nicki Collen leaving Atlanta Dream to coach at Baylor
Atlanta Dream head coach Nicki Collen is leaving the WNBA to become the coach of the Baylor women's basketball team.
New Atlanta Dream ownership group includes former player
The WNBA has announced the sale of the Atlanta Dream to a new ownership group that will include former Dream player Renee Montgomery.
Atlanta Dream close to being sold, taking Kelly Loeffler out of WNBA
The Atlanta Dream are close to being sold, ending defeated Sen. Kelly Loeffler’s contentious stint as a WNBA owner.
WNBA games postponed for 2nd straight night following Jacob Blake shooting
WNBA players’ union president Nneka Oguwmike said on ESPN that the players planned to resume play on Friday.
3 WNBA games postponed following shooting of Jacob Blake
The move came hours after the NBA decided to postpone its three playoff games with its players choosing to boycott in their strongest statement yet against racial injustice.