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The three-time Olympic gold medalist and a 10x All-Star, Brittney Griner has hustled away to bring that money in. Meaning, overseas commitment, packed off seasons, and time away from the family. “A lot of us go over there to make an income to support our families, to support ourselves,” she admitted back in 2024, speaking about the pay gap. It has cost her dearly, but the star center has managed to bring up a good sum.
So, how much is Brittney Griner worth? And what are her assets? Let’s have a look at them in detail.
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What is Brittney Griner’s Net Worth and How Much Does She Earn?
As per Celebrity Net Worth (Feb 27th, 2025), Brittney Griner has a net worth of around $5 million. Considering she joined the WNBA in 2013 and started as a professional, Griner probably earns a good ₹416,666 per annum to maintain this figure. This puts her in the top 10% or higher. She does it through her basic income from the league and some brand deals. Let’s break it down…
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Brittney Griner’s Contracts Over the Years
2017 | 26 | Phoenix Mercury | Active | $111,000 | $111,000 |
2018 | 27 | Phoenix Mercury | Active | $113,000 | $224,000 |
2019 | 28 | Phoenix Mercury | Active | $115,000 | $339,000 |
2020 | 29 | Phoenix Mercury | Active / Protected | $215,000 | $554,000 |
2021 | 30 | Phoenix Mercury | Active / Protected | $221,450 | $775,450 |
2022 | 31 | Phoenix Mercury | Active / Protected | $227,900 | $1,003,350 |
2023 | 32 | Phoenix Mercury | Active / Protected | $165,100 | $1,168,450 |
2024 | 33 | Phoenix Mercury | Active / Protected | $150,000 | $1,318,450 |
2025 | 34 | Atlanta Dream | Active / Protected | $214,466 | – |
Total | $1,532,916 |
As for her latest contract, Brittney Griner signed a 1 year, $214,466 contract with the Atlanta Dream. It includes $214,466 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $214,466. In 2025, Griner will earn a base salary of $214,466, while carrying a cap hit of $214,466 and a dead cap value of $214,466.
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What are Some Major Brand Deals she Made?
On account of her brilliant basketball skills, Griner had signed a $1 million deal with Nike at the time she was drafted by the Mercury in 2013. Hence, she became the first openly gay athlete to sign a deal with the sporting giants. Briner also inked contract deals with numerous brands including T-Mobile in addition to launching her own clothing line by the name BG25 in 2014 as per The Success Bug. Post that, her name is also linked to brands like Gatorade Beats by Dre as an ambassador.
What further added to her income was an exclusive deal with Puma to headline its women’s basketball line. As per Celebrity Net Worth, it was the largest contract any female athlete had signed with a brand back then.

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May 21, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner (42) reacts after scoring against the Chicago Sky in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports
Other than playing in the WNBA and endorsing brands, Griner also played overseas which helped her earn significant money. As per Sporting News, her salary was around $1 million annually when she participated in the Russian league for the UMMC Ekaterinburg where she helped her team win the championships consecutively. In 2014, she also plied her trade for a Chinese team for three months which assisted her in making $600,000. Previously, she had amassed $200,000 during her four-year rookie contract.
What’re Brittney’s assets?
As per the NY Post, Brittney Griner owns a 3000 sq feet property in Arizona that was built in 2018 when she purchased it for a whopping $4,75,000. The property has an open gateway that guides one to a den followed by formal living and dining areas. There is also a gourmet kitchen made of granite island that charms every visitor. The home is currently estimated to be of nearly $900,000.

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According to 21 Motoring, Griner has an impressive car collection including but not limited to Jeep Wrangler. The Wrangler, which features leather-trimmed bucket seats, with LED lighting and an infotainment system, costs around $35,000. Another car owned by Brittney Griner is the Range-Rover Autobography which tags along a price of $140,000. It comes with spacious cabins, a soft close-door system, brilliant speakers, and extensive wood detailing. It has an 8-speed automatic gearbox and a 5-litre V8 engine.
The next car in line is the Audi E-Tron which has a 95kWh electric motor that produces a 500Nm Torque with a starting price of $74,800. As per CA Knowledge, Griner also owns a Volvo XC60 and a Mercedes-Benz G Class that have a price of $110,000 and $370,000 respectively.
Thus, Brittney Griner has a net worth of over $5 million and owns an uptown house with an opulent collection of cars. With her coming out of the Russian prison and giving another go at her WNBA career, it’s a great place to be at.
Brittney Griner’s College and Professional Career
The Phoenix Mercury drafted Brittney Griner in 2013, straight out of an outstanding year at the Baylor University. On Feb. 1st 2025, Griner signed with the Atlanta Dream, leaving Phoenix after a historic 11 season career with the Mercury. Here’s a list of all the WNBA awards and accolades Brittney Griner has collected in her 12 year journey:
- WNBA Champion (2014)
- 3x All-WNBA First Team (2014, 2019, 2021)
- 3x All-WNBA Second Team (2015, 2017, 2018)
- 10x WNBA All-Star (2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 *honorary, 2023, 2024)
- 2x Defensive Player of the Year (2014, 2015)
- 3x WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2014, 2015, 2018)
- 4x WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2016, 2017, 2019, 2021)
- 2x WNBA Peak Performer – Scoring (2017, 2019)
- “W25” Member — WNBA 25th Anniversary Team — (2021)
- WNBA All-Rookie Team (2013)
- 1x Western Conference Player of the Month (Aug. 2019)
- 13x Western Conference Player of the Week
- WNBA Season-Long Community Assist Award (2023)
- 2x WNBA Monthly Community Assist Award (June 2017, June 2023)
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Even before she was making noise in the W, Brittney Griner earned some respectable titles as a graduating student. Have a look:
- Naismith Trophy (2012, 2013)
- Wooden Award (2012, 2013)
- Wade Trophy (2012, 2013)
- AP Player of the Year (2012, 2013)
- Ann Meyers Drysdale (USBWA) Player of the Year (2012, 2013)
- AP All-American (unanimous) (2012, 2013)
- Consensus First-Team All-American (2011, 2012, 2013)
- WBCA Defensive Player of the Year (2011, 2012, 2013)
- Big 12 Player of the Year (2011, 2012, 2013)
- Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)
- Most Outstanding Player – NCAA Championship, Final Four (2012)
- Honda Cup (2012)
- Big 12 Championship MOP (2011, 2012, 2013)
- USBWA Freshman of the Year (2010)
- Big 12 Female Athlete of the Year (2012)
That’s just a glimpse of what she earned as a student, and in her professional life (monetary and otherwise). Stay tuned to know more later.
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