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U.S. reportedly offering prisoner trade with Russia in exchange for Texan Brittney Griner

CNN reported Wednesday that the U.S. has offered a prisoner exchange in order to bring the WNBA player and Paul Whelan home. Biden reportedly backs such a deal.

The Texas Tribune

Report: White House Makes Exchange Offer With Russia for Griner

Secretary of State Antony Blinken publicly acknowledged an offer of some sort was made for the release of the WNBA star and Paul Whelan.

Sports Illustrated

U.S. offers Russia a deal for the release of Brittney Griner

The U.S. has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday.

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U.S. offers deal to Russia for release of Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan

The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner.

Chicago Sun-Times

In rare contact, US offers Russia deal for Griner, Whelan

The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American Paul Whelan

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner says she was forced to sign papers in Russian without proper translation, told: ‘You’re guilty’

The WNBA star faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner testifies about her medical marijuana prescription and chaotic arrest

The WNBA star took the stand in Russian court Wednesday to explain why she had vape cartridges in the first place, how they ended up in her luggage and what happened after they were discovered.

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Brittney Griner testifies at her drugs trial in Russia

Here are some quotes from Wednesday's testimony by U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner to a Russian court trying her for possession of drugs, after she was detained at a Moscow airport in February with vape cartridges containing hashish oil.

Reuters

WNBA commissioner trolled All-Star MVP Kelsey Plum with an even smaller trophy after the Commissioner’s Cup

"Cathy got jokes!"

USA Today Sports Media Group

Aces Defense Shows Up Against Sky in Commissioner’s Cup Victory

In what could be a potential WNBA finals preview, Las Vegas set the tone early with a strong defensive outing.

Sports Illustrated

Candace Parker to Lead Mentorship Program With Adidas NIL Athletes

The class of 15 women athletes will be brand ambassadors as a part of the company’s “impossible is nothing” campaign.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | Liz Cambage’s Messy Sparks Exit

The Sparks dumped one of their key players during the playoff chase, reportedly due to a variety of off-court issues.

Sports Illustrated

WNBA star Brittney Griner testifies at Russian drug trial

Griner said Wednesday that her rights were not read to her when she was arrested at a Moscow airport.

Axios

'No one explained any of it' - Griner relives her arrest in Russian trial

U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner told a Russian court on Wednesday she was not read her rights when detained at a Moscow airport in February, as she stands trial for drug charges that could see her face up to 10 years in prison.

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Aces win second annual Commissioner’s Cup Championship, stifling Sky’s offense in the first quarter

The Sky went 0-for-8 from deep in the first quarter. (Their most attempts without connecting in any quarter before Tuesday was seven.) They finished shooting 20% from three-point range and gave up 18 points off 13 turnovers.

ABC News

Liz Cambage to depart Los Angeles as Sparks announce 'contract divorce'

Australian basketball star Liz Cambage walks away from the LA Sparks just five months after joining the WNBA team.

USA Today Sports Media Group

How to bet on the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Championship between the Aces and Sky

Points will be scored on Tuesday night. Beware.

Los Angeles Times

Liz Cambage abruptly leaves Sparks in what team deems a 'contract divorce'

LOS ANGELES — Adding Liz Cambage wasn't just about what she could bring to the court. The increased media and fan attention were also on Derek Fisher's mind when the former Sparks coach and general manager signed the controversial four-time All-Star.

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The WNBA Commissioner’s Cup, explained: Why the Sky or Aces winning won’t count in the actual standings

Who will be the second annual Commissioner's Cup champion?

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Adidas and Candace Parker team up for her second signature shoe

The Exhibit B basketball sneaker comes after a 12-year hiatus.

Sports Illustrated

International Prospects Get a Taste of U.S. Women’s Game With NBA Academy

As the WNBA looks to add more international players to its ranks, events like the NBA’s Women’s Academy Games help make a clearer pathway.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | The Red Sox Are in Free Fall

Getting swept by the Blue Jays was just the latest in a long string of misfortunes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Liberty snap Sky’s six-game winning streak

Candace Parker had a double-double for the second consecutive game with 21 points and 11 rebounds and passed Tamika Catchings for fourth place on the WNBA’s all-time rebounding list.

Sports Illustrated

It’s the End of an Era for Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi

The two GOATs met for one final time, at least in the regular season, Friday night in Phoenix.

USA Today Sports Media Group

WNBA Superstar Skylar Diggins-Smith rocks throwback Kobe jersey before dropping 35 points on the Seattle Storm

Skylar Diggins-Smith did it all on Friday night.

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