Brittney Griner - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Another absence coming Griner (knee) is out for Thursday's game against the Sky.

Impact The veteran center is sidelined for a third straight contest due to a left knee injury. Kennedy Burke and Aneesah Morrow should help pick up the slack in the frontcourt Thursday.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut visits Chicago following Taylor's 31-point game

Chicago hosts the Connecticut Sun after Sydney Taylor scored 31 points in the Chicago Sky's 95-94 loss to the New York Liberty

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen lead Mystics to 92-84 victory over Sun

Sonia Citron scored 22 points and Kiki Iriafen added 20 points and 10 rebounds to help the Washington Mystics beat the Connecticut Sun 92-84

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Griner (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact The veteran center is sidelined for a second straight contest with a left knee injury. Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma are candidates for increased playing time in the frontcourt Tuesday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Caitlin Clark scores 27 and the Fever set a franchise scoring record in a 123-88 win over the Sun

Caitlin Clark had 27 points and 11 assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points and the Indiana Fever set a franchise record for points in a game with their 123-88 victory over the Con...

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Ruled out Wednesday Griner (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Impact Griner is getting the night off ahead of the All-Star break to rest her knee. With Aaliyah Edwards (knee) also sidelined, Kennedy Burke could be primed to jump into the starting lineup Wednesday and see a considerable rise in fantasy appeal.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Griner (knee) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Impact The Sun are planning to keep Griner out for their final contest before the All-Star break. Kennedy Burke appears to be the most likely candidate to replace the veteran center in the starting lineup, while Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma could also see more playing time in the frontcourt.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Brittney Griner's Take on 'Annoying' Sophie Cunningham Says It All Before Fever-Sun Brittney Griner had a telling verdict about playing against Sophie Cunningham before the Connecticut Sun play the Indiana Fever.

JULY 22 • SI.COM

Iffy for Wednesday Griner (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Impact The Sun could hold Griner out for their final game before the All-Star break. If the veteran center sits out Wednesday, Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma would be in line for more playing time in the frontcourt.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut visits Indiana after Mitchell's 33-point game

Indiana takes on the Connecticut Sun after Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points in the Indiana Fever's 108-88 victory against the New York Liberty

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Shines in return to Phoenix Griner supplied 19 points (7-12 FG, 5-7 FT), five rebounds and two blocks across 31 minutes during Sunday's 72-63 loss to the Mercury.

Impact Griner has been battling injuries to her quadriceps and ribs lately, but she was able to shake off an injury tag to play, and play well. She paced the Sun with her 19 points, shining in the place she spent her 11 seasons in the WNBA, including a championship in 2014.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

DeWanna Bonner scores season-high 21, Mercury beat Sun 72-63 to snap 5-game skid

DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 21 points, Kahleah Copper added 12 of her 18 points in the second half, and the Phoenix Mercury beat the Connecticut Sun 72-63 on Sunday to snap...

JULY 20 • Associated Press

Available Sunday Griner (ribs) is available for Sunday's game in Phoenix.

Impact As expected, Griner will shed her probable tag due to a rib injury and suit up for a third straight game. The veteran center has averaged 18.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 blocks while shooting 59.2 percent from the field across 28.5 minutes per game through four outings in July.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Griner is probable for Sunday's game in Phoenix due to a rib injury.

Impact Griner dealt with a rib issue earlier in the season, but it looks like she intends to power through it Sunday. Griner is averaging 13.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 blocks per game this season.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut visits Phoenix after Lacan's 26-point showing

Connecticut visits the Phoenix Mercury after Leila Lacan scored 26 points in the Sun's 96-83 victory over the Phoenix Mercury

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Leila Lacan scores career-high 26 points, Sun beat Mercury 96-83

Leila Lacan scored a career-high 26 points on 10-of-13 shooting from the field to lead the Connecticut Sun to a 96-83 victory over the Phoenix Mercury in the first of back-to-back...

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Connecticut visits Phoenix after Edwards' 21-point game

Connecticut faces the Phoenix Mercury after Aaliyah Edwards scored 21 points in the Sun's 90-87 win over the Portland Fire

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Brittney Griner sparks coaching buzz with latest off-court move during WNBA season | Sporting News Rodney Knuppel

JULY 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Aaliyah Edwards and Brittney Griner each score 20-plus to lead the Sun past the Fire 90-87

Aaliyah Edwards scored 21 points off the bench, Brittney Griner added 20, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Portland Fire 90-87

JULY 14 • Associated Press

Notches 20 points in win Griner produced 20 points (8-11 FG, 4-5 FT), six assists, four rebounds, one steal and two blocks in 24 minutes of Tuesday's 90-87 win over the Fire.

Impact Griner looked sharp following a two-game absence related to a quad injury. She's posted double-doubles in two consecutive appearances and has been solid defensively lately with a total of 10 blocks over her last five appearances.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brittney Griner returns as Sun get major boost before Fire matchup | Sporting News Connecticut welcomes back its veteran center after a two-game absence as it looks to build momentum before the All-Star break.

JULY 14 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Available Tuesday Griner (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game against the Fire.

Impact Griner was initially listed as questionable before being upgraded to probable, and she's now been cleared to suit up Tuesday. With the veteran center returning to the lineup following a two-game absence, there will be fewer minutes available for the likes of Raegan Beers, Nell Angloma and Aaliyah Edwards.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Griner (quadriceps) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Fire.

Impact Griner is trying to end a two-game absence with a left quadriceps contusion. If the veteran center is able to go, Raegan Beers and Nell Angloma would likely see less playing time in the frontcourt Tuesday.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Valkyries beat the Sun 79-64 for a franchise-record 7th straight win

Veronica Burton scored 17 points, Janelle Salaun had 16 points and four 3-pointers off the bench, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Connecticut Sun 79-64 for a franchise-reco...

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Won't suit up Friday Griner (quadriceps) is out for Friday's game against the Valkyries.

Impact Griner will be ruled out for a second straight contest, and it's not a great sign for her fantasy managers to see her scratched a day in advance. With this news, Raegan Beers and Aaliyah Edwards could be more involved in the frontcourt.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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