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New Brittney Griner Photo Is the Talk of WNBA on Monday

WNBA star Brittney Griner did her part to lead the Atlanta Dream to an upset victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday. Griner was one of the standout WNBA players of the weekend posting a season-high 22 points, four rebounds and three assists versus the Lynx.

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Brittney Griner shines as Dream end road trip with statement victories

Atlanta returns home after defeating two of the top three teams in the WNBA. The Atlanta Dream return home after defeating two of the top three teams in the WNBA.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Dream Display Lofty Ceiling With Win Over Lynx

Walk into your trap. Take over your trap. The Atlanta Dream did the improbable Sunday night as they handed the Minnesota Lynx their first home loss of the season in a stunning 90-86 upset.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 27

Dream hand Lynx first home loss of season

Brittney Griner scored 13 of her season-high 22 points in the second quarter Sunday night, when the Atlanta Dream took control before holding on for a 90-86 victory over the Minnesota Lynx in Minneapolis.

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Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Brittney Griner Earns New Nickname From WNBA on Sunday

The Atlanta Dream have courted one of the most successful teams this season, riding the leadership of Brittney Griner, Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray. On Sunday, Atlanta went into a matchup looking to knock down the No.

Brittney Griner News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Brittney Griner receives emotional homecoming from Mercury and fans

PHOENIX — Brittney Griner received an emotional welcome home Wednesday night as she returned to Phoenix for the first time since signing with the Atlanta Dream.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 24

Brittney Griner Admits Being 'Ignited' by Pregame Moment Amid Mercury Return

WNBA legend Brittney Griner spent the first 11 seasons of her professional basketball career with the Phoenix Mercury. During that time, she was a 2014 WNBA champion, a 10-time WNBA All-Star, a three-time All-WNBA first-team honoree, and a two-time scoring champion.

Atlanta Dream News / Hardwood Heroics / July 24

'The Godfather of Heavy Metal': Brittney Griner Gives Huge Salute To Ozzy Osbourne After Passing Announcement

Brittney Griner took a moment away from basketball to honor a music legend. After news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away, Griner didn’t hesitate to show respect to one of rock’s biggest icons.

Atlanta Dream News / ESPN / July 24

Griner honored in Phoenix return as Dream win

In her first game back in Phoenix, where she played 11 seasons and won a title, Brittney Griner had 17 points to lead the Dream to a 90-79 win on Wednesday night.

Atlanta Dream News / Field Level Media / July 24

Allisha Gray, Brittney Griner propel Dream to road win over Mercury

Allisha Gray scored 28 points, Brittney Griner celebrated her return to Phoenix with 17 points and a team-high eight rebounds, and the Atlanta Dream beat the host Mercury 90-79 on Wednesday.

Atlanta Dream News / The SportsRush / July 23

Brittney Griner Tells Cam Newton How Her Mom Supported Her After Coming Out: 'She Was Like, ‘I Love You’'

Brittney Griner isn’t just a household name; she’s the embodiment of what WNBA royalty means. Over 11 dominant seasons with the Phoenix Mercury before signing with the Atlanta Dream in 2025, Griner built a legacy defined by numbers no one else has matched.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 23

Brittney Griner returns to Phoenix with her Dream team to face Mercury

The Phoenix Mercury will welcome back franchise legend Brittney Griner when they host the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday. Griner, a nine-time All-Star in 11 seasons with the Mercury, joined the Dream as a free agent in both teams' remake, moves that have led both into the upper half of the WNBA.

Brittney Griner News / Burn City Sports / July 23

Atlanta’s Griner reacts ahead of return to Phoenix to face Mercury

PHOENIX — Former Phoenix Mercury center and Atlanta Dream’s Brittney Griner reacted to her return to Phoenix ahead of tomorrow’s matchup. Griner will play her first game back in Phoenix after signing with the Atlanta Dream in February.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 22

Mercury host Atlanta Dream as WNBA resumes, Griner returns to Phoenix

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury are back in action to start the second half of the season, facing former Mercury Brittney Griner and the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday evening.

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Atlanta Dream News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 21

Brittney Griner Wants WNBA to Stop Personal 'Attacks' From Fans During Games

The WNBA has a spotlight on it right now, given the clear statement that the 2025 All-Stars made during the July 19 All-Star Game in Indianapolis, Indiana, by warming up for the game while wearing shirts that said, "Pay Us What You Owe Us" on them.

Atlanta Dream News / The SportsRush / July 19

'I Didn’t Feel Like a Human': Brittney Griner Opens Up About Her Time in Russian Prison

What began as a routine trip in February 2022 quickly turned into a nightmare for Brittney Griner. Detained at a Moscow airport after THC vape cartridges were found in her luggage, the WNBA star was thrust into the heart of an international crisis.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Brittney Griner Makes More WNBA History on Wednesday

On Wednesday at Wintrust Arena, the Atlanta Dream cruised past the Chicago Sky 86–49, dominating from the opening tip to close out the third quarter leading 74–36 run.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / July 15

Aces will be well-represented in Athletes Unlimited next season

The options for WNBA players after the conclusion of the season are more expansive than ever before. Players were once forced to go overseas to keep playing professionally, but the detainment of Atlanta Dream center Brittney Griner by Russian authorities in 2022 highlighted the dangers that come with that path.

Atlanta Dream News / Hardwood Heroics / July 15

'The World Is Yours My Young King': Brittney Griner Pens Heartfelt Message To Son Celebrating 1st Birthday

Athletes may be somewhat of a superhuman, but we all need to be reminded that they are just as human as the next person. Behind the baller, that is Brittney

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Brittney Griner Shares Personal Message on Sunday

Brittney Griner and the Atlanta Dream endured a tough 99–82 defeat at the hands of Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever on Friday. Despite the loss, Griner put forth a good individual effort, finishing with 10 points, eight rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks across 26 minutes of play.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / June 15