Associated Press
Russian Court Rejects Griner Appeal Of Her 9-Year Sentence
A Russian court on Tuesday rejected an appeal by U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner of her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession, a step that could move her closer to a possible high-stakes prisoner swap between Moscow and Washington.2 years ago
Vladimir Isachenkov, AP
Russian Court Sets Brittney Griner Appeal Date For Oct. 25
A Russian court set Oct. 25 as the date for WNBA star Brittney Griner’s appeal against her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
US Women’s Basketball Dominates On International Stage
A'ja Wilson helped the U.S. to a fourth consecutive World Cup title with an 83-61 win over China, setting a record for a gold-medal game.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
Wilson, Gray Lead US To 77-63 Win Over China In World Cup
After a slow start, A'ja Wilson was clutch in the fourth quarter, finishing with 20 points to help the U.S. beat China 77-63 on Saturday.2 years ago
Arizona Sports
Robert Sarver Announces He Will Seek Buyers For Phoenix Suns, Mercury
Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Robert Sarver announced Wednesday that he will sell his shares of the organizations, citing it is “what’s best” after the NBA suspended him.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
Aces Poised To Capture Multiple WNBA Titles With Wilson, Gray
A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces look to be a safe bet to win a few more WNBA titles over the next several years.2 years ago
Pat Eaton-Robb, AP
Las Vegas Aces Win First WNBA Title, Chelsea Gray Named MVP
Chelsea Gray scored 20 points to lead the Las Vegas Aces to their first WNBA title in a 78-71 road win over the Connecticut Sun in Game 4.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
Sun Stay Alive, Beat Aces 105-76 In Game 3 Of WNBA Finals
Alyssa Thomas had the first triple-double in WNBA Finals history, and the Sun beat the Las Vegas Aces 105-76 in Game 3 on Thursday night.2 years ago
W.G. Ramirez, AP
Aces Beat Sun 85-71, Take 2-0 Series Lead In WNBA Finals
A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Kelsey Plum provided all the offense Las Vegas needed to move the Aces one win away from the franchise's first WNBA title.2 years ago
W.G. Ramirez, AP
Wilson’s Double-Double Leads Aces To 67-64 Win Over Sun
A'ja Wilson had 24 points and 11 rebounds and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Connecticut Sun on Sunday in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.2 years ago
Gavin Good, AP
Sun Rally In 4th, Beat Sky 72-63 To Advance To WNBA Finals
The Sun overcame an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter, beating the Sky 72-63 on Thursday night in the decisive fifth game.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
A’ja Wilson Earns WNBA MVP Honors For 2nd Time
26-year-old Las Vegas Aces forward A'ja Wilson earned WNBA MVP honors for the second time in her young career Wednesday.2 years ago
Tim Booth, Associated Press
Sue Bird’s Career Ends As Aces Top Storm To Reach Finals
This time there were tears, on the court and in the stands. The finality of the situation finally hit Sue Bird.2 years ago
Tim Booth, AP
Young Beats Buzzer, Aces Top Storm In OT In Game 3
Jackie Young, Chelsea Gray, and Kelsey Plum hit big shots in to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Seattle Storm 110-98 on Sunday.2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, Associated Press
WNBA Playoff Races Still Going Strong In Final Week
With one week left in the WNBA regular season, there's still a lot to be decided as far as the postseason goes.2 years ago
JIM HEINTZ Associated Press
Russian Judge Convicts WNBA’s Griner, Gives 9-year Sentence
KHIMKI, Russia (AP) — A judge in Russia convicted American basketball star Brittney Griner of drug possession and smuggling Thursday and sentenced her to nine years in prison for drug possession and smuggling. Judge Anna Sotnikova said the time Griner has served in custody since her arrest in February would count toward the sentence. Griner […]2 years ago
Matthew Lee and Eric Tucker, AP
In Rare Contact, US Offers Russia Deal For Griner, Whelan
The U.S. has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan2 years ago
Doug Feinberg, AP
Becky Hammon Thriving In 1st Season As WNBA Coach Of Aces
When Becky Hammon knew it was time to leave the NBA last winter after being an assistant coach, she was faced with a tough choice.2 years ago
DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer
WNBA Teams Set For Sprint To End Of Regular Season, Playoffs
WNBA enters final month of the season with 11 of 12 teams in contention for playoff spots and five franchises within three games of each other atop the standings.2 years ago
JAY COHEN AP Sports Writer
Griner’s Name Permeates WNBA All-Star Game, Team Wilson Wins
Brittney Griner was everywhere Sunday — before, during and after the WNBA All-Star Game.2 years ago
Jim Heintz, AP
Griner Appears In Court, Pleads Guilty In Russia Drugs Trial
WNBA star Brittney Griner pleaded guilty to drug possession during her trial in Moscow but said she had no intention of committing a crime.2 years ago
JOHN MARSHALL AP Sports Writer
Mercury Hold Public Rally In Support Of Brittney Griner
They shared laughs, smiles, memories. There also were tears, fears, unease. Through the range of emotions, one common thread bonded them together: Brittney Griner.2 years ago
Darlene Superville, AP
Biden Tells Griner’s Wife He’s Working To Get Her Home
President Joe Biden spoke with the wife of detained WNBA player Brittney Griner to reassure her that he is working to win Griner's freedom.2 years ago
