Brittney Griner (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
Ever since she was locked up in a prison in Russia, Brittney Griner has undergone major changes with her appearances.
Griner, the WNBA star imprisoned in Russia two years ago over cannabis possession, was sentenced to a nine-year prison sentence for drug possession but was released in December 2022 after serving 10 months in prison as part of a rare prisoner exchange.
During her ten-month imprisonment, she was left outside in the freezing Russian winter for hours, which caused her dreadlocks to freeze. She even stated spiders built nests in her hair.
In her memoir titled “Coming Home,” Brittney Griner said she had to ask for permission to shave her head.
“My dreads had become knotted over the months. At IK-2, they froze together. My iced locs started molding beneath that wrap,” Griner said. “They took three days to dry after I showered. During exercise on frigid mornings, I could literally feel a head cold coming on.”
Things have certainly changed since the USA came and rescued her.
Once she got back on US soil, Griner began rocking a short style for her hair, but now that we are at the end of 2024 and heading into 2025, things are going to change again.
On her Instagram story, Brittney Griner was asked, “You growing your hair back?”
The Phoenix Mercury star replied, “I sure am. Curl BG was cool, but Dread head BG is better!”
During the 2024 WNBA season, Griner averaged 17.8 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists.
Brittney Griner ‘Felt Less Than Human; While In Russia Prison
Brittney Griner remembered feeling “less than human” during her time in a Russian prison.
She spent 10 months in Russian custody for possessing cannabis oil before the US government orchestrated a prisoner swap in December 2022.
Griner had been playing in the Russian Premier League when things went terribly wrong for her, and she was arrested at a Moscow airport. She would go on to plead guilty to the charges and was sentenced to nine years in prison and sent to a penal colony.
Griner, a three-time Olympic gold medallist, made her competitive return in May 2023, playing for Phoenix Mercury against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Which Wild Card Game Is Tom Brady Broadcasting? How To Tune In To The Fox NFL Analyst
Fox analyst Tom Brady (Image Credit: Getty Images)
The NFL playoffs are here, and for the first time ever, Tom Brady is trading the field for the broadcast booth. After years of thrilling fans and tormenting rivals with his legendary plays, Brady will bring his insights to the mic as Fox Sports’ lead analyst. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying his impact on football. Now, he’s ready to tackle a new challenge: breaking down the action for millions of viewers.
Here’s everything you need to know about Brady’s playoff debut, the game he’s calling, and what lies ahead for the seven-time Super Bowl champion.
What Wild Card Game Is Tom Brady Broadcasting?
Brady will be in the booth for Eagles vs. Packers, kicking off at 4:30 p.m. ET. He’ll join play-by-play veteran Kevin Burkhardt, with sideline reports from Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi. This matchup promises fireworks, with the No. 2-seeded Eagles hosting the No. 7-seeded Packers in a rematch of their Week 1 showdown in Brazil.
Philadelphia edged out Green Bay in that international clash, winning 34-29. Saquon Barkley stole the show in his Eagles debut, racking up three touchdowns. The Eagles enter the playoffs at 14-3, having rested their starters in Week 18. Meanwhile, the Packers limp into the postseason with an 11-6 record, losing their last two games. While Green Bay finished third in a competitive NFC North, they shouldn’t be underestimated.
How to Watch the Game
If you’re ready to see Tom Brady in action off the field, tune in to Fox on Wild Card Weekend. His debut in the booth for the Eagles-Packers showdown is shaping up to be a must-watch. Whether he’s analyzing big plays, breaking down strategies, or sharing stories from his iconic career, Brady’s insights are bound to add an extra layer of intrigue to this high-stakes game.
