A Russian court for the third time has extended the pre-trial detention of Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner through at least July 2, the country’s state media outlet TASS reports, according to ABC News. The extension was requested by those involved in the investigation process, TASS reported on the 117th day of Griner’s detainment. The second extension occurred on May 13, … [Read more...] about Russian court extends Brittney Griner’s detainment for 3rd time
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Mercury’s 3-game winning streak snapped by Mystics
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rookie Shakira Austin had 16 points and 10 rebounds for her second double-double, Ariel Atkins added 13 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Mercury 83-65 on Tuesday night. Washington was coming off a 99-90 overtime loss against Phoenix on Sunday. This time the Mystics sealed it by ending the game on a 9-0 run as the Mercury went scoreless over … [Read more...] about Mercury’s 3-game winning streak snapped by Mystics
State Department tells Mercury to amplify Brittney Griner’s case
The Phoenix Mercury met with the State Department of the United States on the 116th day of Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia and through statements and a video of star Diana Taurasi expressed positivity after the government asked them to continue amplifying a push to bring Griner home. State Department officials met Monday with representatives of Griner’s WNBA team about … [Read more...] about State Department tells Mercury to amplify Brittney Griner’s case
Mercury, U.S. State Department Meet on Brittney Griner
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Phoenix Mercury players, coaches, staff and WNBPA staff this morning met with members of the United States Department of State ... … [Read more...] about Mercury, U.S. State Department Meet on Brittney Griner
Brittney Griner’s release called for by Penny Taylor at hall of fame induction
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Penny Taylor used her induction into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame to call for the release of her former WNBA Phoenix Mercury teammate Brittney Griner, noting it’s been 114 days since the seven-time WNBA All-Star was detained. “BG is our family,” Taylor said in asking President Biden’s help freeing Griner. “She’s yours too. The entire global sport … [Read more...] about Brittney Griner’s release called for by Penny Taylor at hall of fame induction