Dennis Rodman has cultivated his image as an international diplomat. This is not the first time he has taken a matter concerning international relations into his own hands. Notably, Rodman is great friends with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Not to mention, he has even previously attended several political summits with former President Donald Trump and was an advocate for American missionary Kenneth Bae in North Korea.

Recently, Rodman expressed his interest in rescuing WNBA player Brittney Griner as he claims to have an amicable relationship with President Vladimir Putin.

Rodman has committed to going to Russia to rescue Griner, who was previously detained. Recently, she was sentenced to nine years on drug charges. The entire NBA community has voiced its support for her throughout her detainment.

Commissioner Adam Silver and LeBron have extensively advocated to help Griner and bring her back. Now, Rodman, claiming to know the Russian President personally, plans to leave in the following week to rescue Griner.

There are no doubts about Rodman’s diplomatic capabilities. He takes credit for the release of Kenneth Bae from North Korea and is a beloved friend of Kim Jong Un. Kim even invited Rodman to Pyongyang in North Korea, as he is an avid basketball fan. It is also reported that the North Korean leader loves Chicago Bulls and Michael Jordan.

Dennis Rodman plans to rescue Brittney Griner

NBC News reported that Rodman is planning to go rescue Griner from Russia. He also told NBC that he thinks that the Russian leader is ‘cool.’

Rodman told @NBCNews, “I got permission to go to Russia to help that girl. I’m trying to go this week.”

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Brittney Griner has been getting a lot of attention from political leaders like POTUS Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Dennis has assumed the role of an informal diplomat for the United States of America. The Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls player would look to translate his leadership from basketball to rescue Griner.

Additionally, Rodman said, “I know Putin too well.” 

Clearly, Rodman appears confident in his endeavor and reports that he has permission to help the WNBA player.

Rodman believes he brings awareness into the world

Dennis once attended a summit with former POTUS Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. ABC News reported his views on being around leaders from the entire world.

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Rodman said, “I think I brought awareness to a lot of things around the world.”

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He was part of the summit in Singapore where he sat next to Kim Jong Un and was clicked, hugging him. Do you think Rodman will be successful in his endeavor to rescue Griner from Russia?