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Brittney Griner’s wife says WNBA star is at “weakest moment” before final hearing could send her to a Russian labor camp

The two-time Olympic champion’s wife spoke out for the first time since Griner’s sentencing two months ago in an interview with CBS’ Gayle King.

The Texas Tribune

Brittney Griner’s Wife Recounts ‘Disturbing’ Call From Russia

Cherelle Griner discussed her conversation with the eight-time WNBA All-Star, who is currently serving a nine-year prison sentence in Russia.

Sports Illustrated

Brittney Griner at 'weakest moment' in Russia, her wife says

WNBA star Brittney Griner is at her “absolute weakest moment in life right now” as she faces a hearing in Russia later this month for her appeal of a nine-year prison sentence for drug possession

The Independent UK

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Brittney Griner's Wife Tells 'CBS Mornings' She's Terrified, Feels WNBA Star Is A Hostage In Russia

In her first interview since her wife, WNBA superstar Brittney Griner was

Benzinga

White House urges Russia to provide counter-offer on Griner

The White House on Tuesday urged Russia to provide a counter-offer to U.S. attempts to trade for the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner.

Reuters

Tiffany Jackson, former Texas standout and WNBA player, dies at 37

Jackson, who was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, died Monday. She was hired as head coach at Wiley College in April.

Chicago Sun-Times

Russian court will hear Brittney Griner’s appeal on Oct. 25

Griner, an eight-time all-star center with the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was convicted Aug. 4 after police said they found vape canisters containing cannabis oil in her luggage at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport.

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The biggest questions facing the Sky this offseason start and end with their big three

The Sky’s starting five could look completely different next season or it could look exactly the same. Here are my predictions.

Chicago Sun-Times

USA beat China, win gold at basketball WC

Red-hot tournament favourites USA have defeated China at Qudos Bank Arena to claim their fourth consecutive women's basketball World Cup title.

AAP

Canadian Government Advises Hockey Players In Russia, Belarus To Get Out Fearing Similar Fate As Brittney Griner

The Canadian government is worried about its professional hockey players who play in Russia and Belarus, fearing they could end up having a similar fate to WNBA star Brittney Griner,

Benzinga

Tracking the WNBA’s Breanna Stewart Sweepstakes

And four more burning offseason questions.

Sports Illustrated

Wrongful detentions of Americans by foreign powers are fast rising, a new study says

The report finds a dramatic rise in the number of Americans who are being wrongfully held, as a growing number of countries embrace the practice as a way to gain leverage over the U.S.

WEKU

Why this FIBA Women's World Cup basketball team might be the United States' best one yet

A young Team USA is breaking records in Sydney at the Women's Basketball World Cup. Could this be the best team we've seen out of the United States?

ABC News

Brittney Griner’s college basketball coach criticised for refusing to comment on her incarceration

The WNBA star said she was pressured to conceal that she is a lesbian while she played under Ms Mulkey

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Former Baylor Players Speak Out Against Kim Mulkey’s Silence

The LSU women’s basketball coach came under fire Monday for her response regarding her former player’s ongoing detainment in Russia.

AAP

Griner inspiring USA's World Cup charge

Team USA have reiterated that the release of Brittney Griner is their top priority as they charge through the women's basketball World Cup in Sydney.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Seattle legend Sue Bird to raise 12th Man Flag

The Guardian - US

A’ja Wilson leads USA past China into last eight at Fiba Women’s World Cup

WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson finished with 20 points to help the United States beat China at the Fiba Women’s World Cup on Saturday

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Oakland City Council Calling for WNBA Team in Approved Resolution

The city hopes to become the destination for one of two teams that could be added to the WNBA in the 2024 season.

Sports Illustrated

Popovich Hires Former WNBA Star Candice Dupree As Spurs Coach

San Antonio announced the move as part of several coaching and front office changes.

Daily Mirror

Robert Sarver looking 'to sell' Phoenix Suns as suspended NBA owner 'wants what's best'

Robert Sarver has announced he is looking to sell both his NBA and WNBA franchises - the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury respectively - following the NBA's investigation into his alleged inappropriate behaviour

Sports Illustrated

Aces’ Hamby Reveals She Was Pregnant During WNBA Finals

She made her announcement during the team’s championship parade on Tuesday.

ABC News

Former Opal Tully Bevilaqua is taking basketball to new heights in New Zealand

Former Opal and WNBA star Tully Bevilaqua wants to help build something from the ground up in New Zealand's new-look Women's National Basketball League.

Sports Illustrated

WNBPA Critical of Punishment for Suns, Mercury Owner Robert Sarver

The letter sent to WNBA and NBA commissioners Cathy Engelbert and Adam Silver requested a meeting to discuss his punishment.

The Guardian - US

Robert Sarver to sell Suns and Mercury after racism and misogyny allegations

Robert Sarver has announced plans to sell his two Phoenix-based basketball teams, the NBA’s Suns and WNBA’s Mercury

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