ESPNW Profile on Griner & Taurasi in Russia

[Orangutan]

Didn't see this yet - Kate Fagan - Lost and Found in Russia

 

[GoUconn7961]

This was a very well-written article. DT was on point about a lot of things.

 

[VAMike23]

Great article - those two have a strong bond

 

[msf22b]

Wonderful piece...much more than just puff.

 

[EricLA]

Truly a great article. So much respect for both of them.

 

[j66kicker]

UMMC Ekaterinburg is "Phoenix Mercury West." (2 Mercury coaches and at least 2 players)
Todd Troxel (Mercury & UMMC asst. coach): "We all love Phoenix, but ultimately it's all about right here."

DT(on being older): "Now I don't even know half the players in the WNBA. I just don't care."

 

[j66kicker]

Here is a 'Status of the WNBA' article featuring Swin, but it's accompanied by a short video which appears to be mainly a condensation of the OP "Russia" article.

Talking with Swin Cash on the state of the WNBA

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Griner was perfectly wretched - miserable - in China.

NCW: Brittney Griner's life in China

And getting stabbed doesn't improve your impression of the place.

Griner cut but OK after knife attack in China

Video: Brittney Griner's Season With Zhejiang Golden Bulls Documented In ESPN Short Film

 

[FairView]

Thanks for the link to a great read.

 

[DaddyChoc]

DT and BG 2 of my favorites

 

[j66kicker]

Phoenix mayor unveils giant banner on City Hall to welcome back DT

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