Brittney Griner, the WNBA All-Star, was apprehended on February 17, 2022 in Russia and returned to the United States on December 10, 2022.
Brittney Griner (via Sports Illustrated and X)
In a viral video, the controversial WNBA star was seen on a basketball court. Notably, she also displayed a fresh new appearance. After a lengthy stay in a Russian correctional facility and subsequent release, BG has made her comeback on the court for her team, the Phoenix Mercury.
Fans may remember Brittney Griner’s distinctive long dreadlocks, but they have undergone a transformation, as the basketball star now flaunts a new hairstyle. Interestingly, fans on Twitter have observed a striking similarity between Griner’s new look and that of , sibling of the Kansas City Chiefs’ quarterback, .
Brittney Griner endured a challenging past two years, marked by adversity. The 7-time WNBA All-Star was apprehended in Russia on February 17, 2022, which then ignited an extensive legal battle. After months of negotiation and legal proceedings, Griner returned to the United States on December 10, 2022.
In June of the previous year, the WNBA star made her highly anticipated return to Texas to compete for the first time since her detainment in Russia. Griner showcased her skill on the court, scoring 24 points and grabbing four rebounds in her comeback game against the Dallas Wings.
🔥🚨DEVELOPING: Brittney Griner is appearing healthy and motivated after reaching a year since being liberated from Russian detainment. Her new hair almost makes her unrecognizable. pic.twitter.com/MOYwEtev50
Brittney Griner’s No. 42 jersey was retired by Baylor during her initial return to a Bears home game in 11 years. Griner, a two-time AP national player of the year and career blocks leader, impressed fans with an impromptu slam dunk. She played a crucial role in Baylor’s 40-0 national championship triumph as a junior in the 2011-12 season, earning consecutive AP Player of the Year accolades. Her final home games featured memorable dunks during the NCAA tournament in March 2013, although the team was defeated by Louisville in the Sweet 16.
Griner conveyed her thoughts during an in-game interview on the ESPN broadcast.
Griner expressed her gratitude, stating that it meant everything to be recognized and valued by the institution to which she devoted so much of her time. She completed her Baylor degree in 2019.
During her four seasons with Baylor, the 6-foot-8 center averaged 22.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.1 blocked shots in 148 games. Griner’s 3,283 total points established a Big 12 record and ranked fifth on the NCAA career list. Additionally, her 748 blocks remain an NCAA record for both women and men.
According to the Source firstsportz.com