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Brittney Griner’s Detention in Russia Hits 100-Day Mark

Figures from around the WNBA and beyond spoke out about the All-Star’s ongoing detention in Russia on Saturday.

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WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert believes expansion starts with teams, not rosters

“That’s where you build fandom, grow revenue, and that’s where all the players will benefit versus adding a roster spot here and there.”

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Sky celebrate title with ring, banner ceremony, then beat Fever

Candace Parker led the way with 16 points, six rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and three steals.

Chicago Sun-Times

After initial silence, the Biden administration is making moves to free WNBA star Brittney Griner from Russian detention

A week before Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, Russian authorities arrested American basketball star Brittney Griner at the Moscow airport. She was charged with drug smuggling after Russian officials allegedly found vape cartridges containing oil derived from cannabis in her luggage.

The Conversation

Brittney Griner Time Line: What Has Happened Since She Was Detained

The basketball star has been held in Russia since February after officials said they discovered vape cartridges containing hashish oil in her luggage.

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Mike Evans Says He’s Interested in Owning WNBA Team

Tampa’s receiver sounds eager to get involved with the W.

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WNBA Commish Cathy Engelbert Discusses Adding Expansion Teams

She addressed the league’s growth after a push from players to expand roster sizes as soon as possible.

Sports Illustrated

Critics blame WNBA for Brittney Griner's absence, since she went to Russia for money

A new WNBA season begins Friday without one of its biggest stars. Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner is still in custody in Russia following a drug smuggling allegation.

WEKU

WNBA players and coaches voice issues with hard salary cap, expansion as talented players across league get cut

The past few days have been filled with talented players — highly drafted rookies and veterans alike — getting cut from rosters across the WNBA, sparking debate about team salary caps, expansion and more opportunities for development.

Tribune News Service

State Department: Griner’s Release Is ‘Top Priority,’

Russian state media recently reported the WNBA star’s detention will last through at least May 19.

Sports Illustrated

WNBA commissioner describes Brittney Griner situation as ‘unimaginable’ as league works to secure her release

The 31-year-old WNBA star was detained by Russian authorities on 17 February

The Independent UK

WNBPA President Nneka Ogwumike Discusses Brittney Griner’s Detainment in Russia

WNBA Players Association president Nneka Ogwumike continued to shine a light on Griner’s situation on Tuesday.

Sports Illustrated

Northwestern’s Veronica Burton goes in first round of WNBA draft

Moments before Rhyne Howard went to Atlanta with the No. 1 pick, Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said the league is working very hard to help bring Brittney Griner back to the United States.

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WNBA Commissioner Says League Is Working to Return Brittney Griner Home

She has been detained in Russia since February.

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2022 WNBA draft returns to in-person format April 11 in New York

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will announce the draft picks live on ESPN with coverage beginning at 7 p.m.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sky owner Michael Alter interested in adding investors to help make organizational improvements

Alter believes the timing is right because of the team’s and league’s “attractive” story.

Sports Illustrated

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Says League Can’t Fund Charter Flights for Full Season

Engelbert: “We’re not going to jeopardize the financial health of the league and be irresponsible.”

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How Airplanes Became the WNBA’s Biggest Scandal

The Liberty’s repeated chartering of flights, a violation of CBA rules, is a window into the state of ownership in the league.

Tribune News Service

WNBA getting $75 million cash injection

NEW YORK — The WNBA is indeed in thrive mode.

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