Brittney Griner - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Out again Tuesday Griner (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Griner was unable to shake her questionable tag and remains day-to-day. Her next chance to suit up comes Thursday against the Aces.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Griner (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Sparks.

Impact The veteran center remains a fixture on the Sun's injury report. If Griner cannot suit up, the likes of Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma could all be more involved in the frontcourt Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut hosts Los Angeles after Burrell's 20-point outing

Los Angeles visits the Connecticut Sun after Rae Burrell scored 20 points in the Sparks' 80-70 loss to the Washington Mystics

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

A late Liberty surge, sparked by Marine Johannes, sinks the Sun as Sabrina Ionescu sits

Jonquel Jones scored 23 points and Marine Johannes keyed a fourth quarter run to help the New York Liberty beat the Connecticut Sun 82-75

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Griner (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Liberty.

Impact Griner was previously cleared to suit up for Saturday's contest, though she was ultimately ruled out during pregame warmups. The veteran center's next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Sparks. With Griner out, Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma are candidates for increased minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Griner (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Liberty.

Impact Griner will shed her questionable tag due to a knee injury and suit up for a third consecutive contest. The veteran center has struggled on the offensive end in two appearances since the All-Star break, during which she has averaged 6.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 blocks in 21.5 minutes per contest.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brittney Griner lands back on injury report before Sun-Liberty showdown | Sporting News Connecticut could be without two crucial frontcourt players against surging New York

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Iffy for Saturday Griner (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Liberty.

Impact The veteran center could be a game-time decision based on her ability to get through pregame warmups. Raegan Beers would likely be thrust into a more prominent role in the middle if Griner cannot play Saturday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leads team with eight boards Griner registered seven points (3-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt), eight rebounds and two blocks in 19 minutes during Thursday's 104-69 loss to the Dream.

Impact Griner appeared a bit rusty on the offensive end in her second game back from a knee injury. However, it's worth noting that she saw a decrease in opportunities due to a lopsided score and still approached a double-double despite being kept under 20 minutes. Griner also managed to remain effective at the rim despite her shooting struggles, and she's now swatted a pair of shots in four of her last five appearances.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

"Ofc it's Angel who got blocked", "Angel done chop blocking" - WNBA Fans Go Wild As Brittney Griner Blocks Angel Reese For Historic 900th Career Block WNBA fans had fun online after Brittney Griner reached a career milestone after blocking Angel Reese.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Cleared to play Thursday Griner (knee) will play Thursday against the Dream.

Impact Griner was listed as questionable due to a knee injury leading up to tipoff, but the Sun have since cleared her to take the court Thursday evening. She made her return from a four-game absence Friday, logging five points, seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 24 minutes, so it's reasonable to expect she'll shoulder a similar workload against Atlanta.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Griner (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against Atlanta.

Impact The veteran center has been a mainstay on the Sun's injury report this season. If Griner is unable to play Thursday, Olivia Nelson-Ododa and Aaliyah Edwards would likely be more involved in the frontcourt.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Minimal output in return Griner provided five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks across 24 minutes during Friday's 75-72 victory over the Mercury.

Impact Griner was cleared to return Friday from a four-game absence due to a left knee injury. She didn't put together the most productive stat line, failing to score in double digits for the first time since June 17 against the Mystics, though she contributed defensively by logging at least two blocks for the 11th time this season. Griner is averaging 13.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.8 blocks over 25.7 minutes per game in 2026.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix Mercury vs. Connecticut Sun | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 7, 2026

AUGUST 8 • YOUTUBE

Griner blocks 3-point attempt at buzzer, seals the Sun's 75-72 win over the Mercury

Kennedy Burke scored 15 points, Brittney Griner blocked a 3-point attempt at the buzzer, and the Connecticut Sun rallied to beat the Phoenix Mercury 75-72

AUGUST 8 • Associated Press

Upgraded to available Griner (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Griner is set to return from a four-game absence Friday with a knee injury. Kennedy Burke stands out as the most likely choice to move to the bench. Griner has shuffled in and out of the Sun's lineup all year long due to various nagging issues but has shown little signs of slowing down when available, as the 35-year-old center has averaged 16.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.9 blocks in 26.5 minutes per game over her last eight appearances.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Griner (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Mercury.

Impact The veteran center is looking to end a four-game absence with a left knee injury. Griner's return would likely push Olivia Nelson-Ododa back to the bench.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut faces Phoenix, aims to break 5-game slide

Connecticut looks to break its five-game slide when the Connecticut Sun play Phoenix

AUGUST 6 • Associated Press

"Look at Brittney Griner", "W stands for Wrong-headed" - Fans Erupt Over WNBA CBA's Women Only Eligibility Rule With No 'Transgender' Policy Listed The participation of transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports has been a hot topic in recent weeks.

AUGUST 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Wings use 20-2 run to close third quarter, romp past Sun 83-63

Jessica Shepard and Arike Ogunbowale both scored 15 points and the Dallas Wings used a big run in the third quarter to cruise to an 83-63 win over the Connecticut Sun

AUGUST 3 • Associated Press

Out Sunday Griner (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Wings.

Impact Griner will miss a fourth straight game due to a left knee injury. Raegan Beers and Rayah Marshall are candidates for expanded roles in Griner's absence.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

"I Didn't Sleep With BG": Sydney Colson Has a Hilarious Response to Brittney Griner Divorcing Her Wife After Seven Years of Marriage Brittney Griner and Cherelle Griner are reportedly filing for a divorce after seven years of marriage.

AUGUST 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Iffy for Sunday Griner (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Griner is in danger of missing a fourth consecutive game due to a left knee injury. Should she be unable to suit up, Raegan Beers and Rayah Marshall are prime candidates to see increased playing time.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Brittney Griner and Cherelle Griner's Relationship Timeline: From College Sweethearts to Divorce From Baylor University to marriage, Russia, parenthood and divorce, here’s a complete timeline of Brittney Griner and Cherelle Griner's rela...

AUGUST 1 • SI.COM

WNBA star Brittney Griner files for divorce from wife Cherelle 10-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner filed for divorce from her wife Cherelle this week in Fulton County, Georgia.

JULY 31 • USATODAY.COM

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Connecticut hosts Los Angeles after Burrell's 20-point outing

A late Liberty surge, sparked by Marine Johannes, sinks the Sun as Sabrina Ionescu sits

Griner blocks 3-point attempt at buzzer, seals the Sun's 75-72 win over the Mercury

Connecticut faces Phoenix, aims to break 5-game slide

Wings use 20-2 run to close third quarter, romp past Sun 83-63