Brittney Griner is an American basketball player and here is more about her net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Brittney Griner is a WNBA player who currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury. Let’s know more about her net worth.
Brittney Griner Facts
| Birth Place | Houston, Texas |
| Father’s Name | Raymond Griner |
| Mother’s Name | Sandra Griner |
| Star Sign | Libra |
| College | Baylor University |
| Net Worth | $4 million |
| Salary | $221,450 |
| Age | 32 |
| Date of Birth | October 17, 1990 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 93 (205 lb) |
| Nationality | American |
| WNBA Draft Year | 2013 |
| WNBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall |
| Playing Career | 2013-present |
| Position | Center |
| Teams | Phoenix Mercury, Zhejiang Golden Bulls, UMMC Ekaterinburg |
| Achievements | WNBA champion (2014) 7× WNBA All-Star (2013–2015, 2017–2019, 2021) 2× WNBA scoring champion (2017, 2019) 7× WNBA blocks leader (2013–2019) WNBA Peak Performer (2017, 2019) 2× All-WNBA First Team (2014, 2019) 3× All-WNBA Second Team (2015, 2017, 2018) 2x WNBA Defensive Player of the Year Award (2014, 2015) 3× WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2014, 2015, 2018) 3× WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2016, 2017, 2019) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2013) Gold at Olympic Games (2016, 2020) Gold at World Cup (2014, 2018) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Cherelle T Watson, Glory Johnson |
| Children | Ava Simone, Sole Diem |
| Endorsements | Nike |
Brittney Yevette Griner was the 2013, Round 1, 1st overall draft pick by the Phoenix Mercury. She plays in the position of center and is one of the tallest female basketball players in the WNBA.
Brittney Griner used to play for Baylor University in Waco, Texas. In her freshman year, Griner blocked 223 shots and set the all-time single-season record. Griner also established herself as one of the greatest shot blockers in women’s basketball history.
In her sophomore season, Griner averaged 23 points per game and received First Team All-American honors. In 2012, Griner won the NCAA championship by defeating Notre Dame.
In 2013, Griner was the first overall draft pick by the Phoenix Mercury. In her rookie season, Griner averaged 3.0 blocks per game and was subsequently named a WNBA All-Star.
In 2014, Griner averaged 15.6 points per game, 8.0 rebounds per game, and 3.7 blocks per game. She also won the 2014 WNBA championship by defeating the Chicago Sky in the WNBA Finals.
In 2017, Griner re-signed with the Mercury to a multi-year deal once her rookie contract expired. Griner also won two Olympic gold medals in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and 2020 Tokyo Olympics, representing the U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team.
Griner has also played overseas in countries like China and Russia. In Russia, she played for UMMC Ekaterinburg and in China, she played for Zhejiang Golden Bulls.
Brittney Griner Net Worth and Salary
According to wealthypersons.com, the 32-year-old is reported to have a net worth of $4 million in 2022. Most of her net worth is acquired from her salary and endorsements.
According to Spotrac, Griner signed a 3 year / $664,544 contract with the Phoenix Mercury, including an annual average salary of $221,515.
In 2022, Griner earns a base salary of $$221,515, while carrying a cap hit of $221,515.
Brittney Griner Personal Life
Born in Houston, Texas, Griner is the daughter of Raymond Griner and Sandra Griner.
Griner has three siblings named Shkera Griner, Pier Griner, and Decarlo Griner.
Griner is reportedly married to Cherelle T Watson. Cherelle is a 29-year-old blogger and has 30,000 followers on Instagram.
The Phoenix Mercury center was previously married to Glory Johnson in 2015. However, Griner and Glory got divorced in 2016.
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Griner has two daughters named Ava Simone and Sole Diem.
However, Griner is currently under-arrest in Russia, after she was caught with illegal substances in the country.
Griner has been detained in Russia since August 4 2022.
She was released from her imprisonement in Russia on December 8th 2022, in an exchange deal with USA where infamous Russian arms dealer, Viktor Bout.
Brittney Griner Endorsements
Brittney Griner has an endorsement deal with Nike. The earning from the Nike deal is reported to be $1 million.
Griner has also appeared in some television commercials, promoting various products.
FAQs about Brittney Griner
| What is the age of Brittney Griner? |
| Brittney Griner is 32 years old and was born on October 17, 1990. |
| What is the net worth of Brittney Griner? |
| Brittney Griner has a net worth of $4 million. |
| Where was Brittney Griner born? |
| Brittney Griner was born in Houston, Texas. |
| What is the height of Brittney Griner? |
| Brittney Griner’s height is 6 ft 9 in. |
| What is the weight of Brittney Griner? |
| Brittney Griner’s weight is 93 kg. |
| Who was the wife of Brittney Griner? |
| Brittney Griner’s current wife is Cherelle T Watson, and she was previously married to Glory Johnson (m. 2015-2016). |
| In which year was Brittney Griner drafted? |
| Brittney Griner was drafted in the year 2013/ Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall. |
| In what position does Brittney Griner play? |
| Brittney Griner plays in the position of center. |
| How many WNBA Championship did Brittney Griner win? |
| Brittney Griner has won one WNBA Championship (2014). |
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