Brittney Griner signs 1-year contract with Phoenix Mercury

According to a source familiar with the arrangement, Griner, who was a free agent, re-signed with the Mercury on a one-year contract.

last time The 6-foot-9 center played for the Mercury in 2021

Brittney Griner is said to have signed a one-year deal with the Phoenix Mercury.

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Griner was returned to the United States in December 2022.

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In February 2022, he was detained in Russia for possessing vape cartridges containing cannabis oil.

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Griner announced her comeback on Instagram, writing, "I aim to play basketball for the Phoenix Mercury this season."

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And in doing so, I want to be able to say 'thanks' in person to all of you who lobbied, wrote, and posted for me."

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And in doing so, I want to be able to say 'thanks' in person to all of you who lobbied, wrote, and posted for me."

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