Over 200 days ago, Brittney Griner took her annual trip to Russia. However, this time it was the unfolding of a nightmare. Detained in an airport near Moscow, the WNBA superstar has been involved in a fight to get back home. After receiving a sentence of nine years in a Russian prison, president Joe Biden has promised to devise a prisoner exchange to bring Griner back.

But backstage, has been the support of her own family. Notably, the entire WNBA has joined together to show support for one of their own. Her team, the Phoenix Mercury donned special warm-up “We are BG” warm-up shirts in her honor. In addition, the WNBA has hosted her initials on the home courts of all the teams. WNBA commissioner, Cathy Engelbert, has even stated how the league is working with the USA to bring the star back home.

However, apart from the massive support from home, it seems Brittney Griner also made a family in Russia. Traveling to play the sport she loves, the 31-year-old found an ally in UMMC Ekaterinburg.

Russian teammates stand tall for Brittney Griner

With the pay disparity that exists in USA basketball, WNBA players travel abroad to earn additional money. Likewise, Griner has played in multiple parts of the world. In 2014, she joined the Russian side UMMC Ekaterinburg. And she has one of the centerpieces of a flourishing dynasty. Notably, last season, Griner won her fourth title with her side. And as times got tough for her, Griner’s Ekaterinburg counterparts stood right up for her.

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Notably, the captain of the franchise Evgeniya Belyakova and the general manager testified during the seven-time All-Star’s trial. Their coming forth left Brittney Griner in tears. She was most likely moved by the support of her teammates who bravely stepped forward. Calling her ‘family’, Maxim Ryabkov told fellow star Diana Taurasi how Griner smiled on seeing them. According to Belyakova, “Bad things happen to all of us, and it’s very important to be with this person. So we need her. She needs us. And that’s it.”

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Likewise, the support from both home and away is slowly paying off. Notably, USA president Joe Biden assured Griner’s family members that her return was a top priority. Exploring each possible avenue, it is clear the officials aren’t resting on the matter.

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As the US administration keeps the fight alive, do you think Brittney Griner will be back home soon? Let us know your views in the comments below.