Brittney Griner signs one-year deal with Atlanta Dream to boost roster for upcoming WNBA season

thestar.com February 4, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

Brittney Griner has signed a one-year deal with the Atlanta Dream, marking her departure from the Phoenix Mercury after 11 seasons. She joins three-time All-Star Brionna Jones, enhancing the team's roster ahead of the new WNBA season. Griner's contract aligns with a broader trend of players signing one-year deals as the league prepares for a new collective bargaining agreement. She emphasized that her decision was not solely about money but also about future opportunities. The Dream, which finished last season with a 15-25 record, aims to improve under new coach Karl Smesko. The team hopes to build a competitive roster and retain its new players beyond this season.


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