The nine-year prison sentence given to Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner on Thursday marked another important point in her detainment — one the United States has classified as “wrongful” — that has stretched into its seventh month. On the surface, it is not surprising as Russian prosecutors were seeking a maximum sentence of nearly 10 years for Griner, who has admitted to … [Read more...] about Support pours in after Brittney Griner’s sentencing
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Phoenix Mercury fall to Connecticut in 1st of back-to-back games vs. Sun
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Alyssa Thomas posted her second triple-double in less than two weeks and the Connecticut Sun beat the Phoenix Mercury 87-63 on Tuesday night. Thomas, who recorded the franchise’s first triple-double in a win over the Minnesota Lynx on July 22, finished with 10 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. The No. 4 pick overall in the 2014 draft, the 6-foot-2 … [Read more...] about Phoenix Mercury fall to Connecticut in 1st of back-to-back games vs. Sun
Phoenix Mercury to Host Rock the Pink Night Brought to You by Banner Health on Saturday, August 6
As part of the team's annual initiative to raise awareness and funds for breast health, the three-time WNBA Champion Phoenix Mercury will host Rock th... … [Read more...] about Phoenix Mercury to Host Rock the Pink Night Brought to You by Banner Health on Saturday, August 6
Brittney Griner trial’s final statements in Russian court set for Thursday
KHIMKI, Russia (AP) — American basketball star Brittney Griner was back in court on Tuesday for her trial for cannabis possession amid U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure her release. During the hearing, prosecutors called a state narcotics expert who analyzed cannabis found in Griner’s luggage. Her defense fielded a specialist who challenged the analysis, charging that it was … [Read more...] about Brittney Griner trial’s final statements in Russian court set for Thursday
Mercury can’t extend win-streak to 3 games in blowout loss to Liberty
NEW YORK (AP) — Natasha Howard had 23 points and 12 rebounds to help the New York Liberty beat the Phoenix Mercury 89-69 on Sunday. Rebecca Allen added 17 points and Crystal Dangerfield also had a season-high 17 for the Liberty (11-18), who stayed within the mix for one of the final playoff spots with seven games remaining. New York will play all of those games against teams … [Read more...] about Mercury can’t extend win-streak to 3 games in blowout loss to Liberty