Brittney Griner

Brittney Griner is a professional basketball player in the United States. She was born on October 18, 1990, in Houston, Texas. Griner is known for her height and skill on the basketball court, standing at 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters) tall.
She played college basketball at Baylor University and was a three-time All-American.
Griner was selected first overall in the 2013 WNBA draft by the Phoenix Mercury and has since become a dominant force in the league.
Griner has also represented the United States in international competition, winning gold medals at the 2014 FIBA World Championship and the 2021 Olympics.

Basic Information

Full Name	Brittney Yevette Griner
Profession	Basketball player
Nationality	American
Date of Birth	October 18, 1990
Age	32
Gender	Female
Place of Birth	Houston, Texas, USA
Zodiac Sign	Libra

Physical Stats

Height	6 feet 9 inches
Weight	93 kg
Body Measurements	34-34-38
Eye Color	Dark Brown
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Race	African American
Tattoos	Many
Shoe Size	Not available
Build	Athletic

Family and Relationships

Father	Raymond
Mother	Sandra Griner
Siblings	Decarlo Griner (Brother) Shkera Griner (Sister) Pier Griner (Sister)
Marital Status	Glory Johnson(ex-wife)
Girlfriend	Cherelle Watson
Sexual Orientation	Lesbian

Relationships

Brittney Griner has been in a few high-profile relationships over the years. In 2014, she announced that she was engaged to fellow WNBA player Glory Johnson, and the two were married in May of that year. However, the marriage was short-lived and the couple filed for divorce just 28 days later.
In 2015, Griner was also involved in a highly publicized domestic violence incident with Johnson, which resulted in both players being suspended by the WNBA for seven games.
Since then, Griner has been more private about her personal life, but in 2019 she announced that she was in a relationship with Cherelle Watson, a personal trainer and former college basketball player.
The couple has been together for several years and frequently shares photos and posts about each other on social media.

Early life

Brittney Griner was born on October 18, 1990, in Houston, Texas. She grew up in a family with athletic interests – her father played college basketball, and her mother played high school volleyball.
Griner herself began playing basketball in middle school and quickly developed a talent for the sport.
Griner attended Nimitz High School in Houston, where she played on the school’s basketball team. She quickly gained a reputation as a dominant player, thanks to her height and athleticism.
During her high school career, she set records for the most blocks in a game and the most dunks in a season by a female player.
After graduating from high school, Griner enrolled at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. She continued her basketball career there and quickly became one of the best players in the country.

Career Information

Occupation	Basketball Player
Playing career	2013-Present
Team	Phoenix Mercury
Position	Center
League	WNBA

Brittney Griner is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA).
She has been one of the most dominant players in the league since her debut in 2013. Griner attended Baylor University in Texas, where she played for the Bears from 2009 to 2013.
During her college career, she set numerous records, including the all-time NCAA record for career blocks. She also led her team to the NCAA championship game in 2012. In 2013, Griner was selected as the first overall pick in the WNBA draft by the Phoenix Mercury.
She has been a standout player for the team ever since, earning multiple All-Star selections and leading the Mercury to the WNBA championship in 2014.
Griner is known for her size and athleticism, as well as her ability to dominate in the paint on both offense and defense. She has been named the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year three times and has set multiple records for blocks and dunks.
In addition to her success in the WNBA, Griner has also been a member of the United States women’s national basketball team, winning gold medals at the 2014 and 2018 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup and at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Net Worth and Income

Net worth	$17 million
Source of Income	Games, endorsements and sponsorships

Brittney Griner’s primary source of income is her salary as a professional basketball player in the WNBA. As a star player for the Phoenix Mercury, she earns a significant salary, which is likely supplemented by endorsements and sponsorships. According to reports, Griner’s net worth is estimated to be around $17 million, primarily from her earnings as a professional basketball player.

Interesting facts and Trivia

• Griner is 6 feet 9 inches tall, making her one of the tallest players in women’s basketball history.
• She was born in Houston, Texas and grew up in a family of athletes.
• Griner began playing basketball when she was in elementary school and quickly discovered her talent for the sport.
• She attended Nimitz High School in Houston, where she was a star player on the girls’ basketball team and earned multiple honors and awards.
• Griner is an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has spoken openly about her own experiences as a gay athlete.
• In addition to basketball, Griner also enjoys playing video games and is an avid gamer.
• She has a unique style on the court, often wearing men’s shoes and socks and sometimes wearing a mouthguard with fangs on it.
• Griner has set numerous records during her basketball career, including the all-time NCAA record for career blocks and the WNBA record for most dunks in a single season.
• She has been involved in a number of charitable causes, including working with the Special Olympics and donating money to support LGBTQ+ youth.
• Griner is a talented artist and enjoys painting and drawing in her free time.