Griner's WNBA return a mixed bag, but experience in Russia helps her keep perspective
There was a time in Brittney Griner’s life when a mid-season coaching change might have been tough to handle
By DAVID BRANDT
Published - Jun 26, 2023, 05:43 PM ET
Last Updated - Jun 26, 2023, 05:43 PM EDT
PHOENIX (AP) — There was a time in Brittney Griner's life when a mid-season coaching change might have been tough to handle.
Her 10-month detainment in Russia has a way of altering perspective.
The Phoenix Mercury announced on Sunday that they had fired coach Vanessa Nygaard following a 2-10 start to the season and elevated assistant coach Nikki Blue to the top spot. Griner — who recently earned her ninth All-Star selection — said she's taken those changes in stride as the franchise tries to right its season.
“Not too much surprises me anymore,” Griner said Monday after practice. “I'm not too shocked about change or different circumstances. You've got to adapt. I've learned to adapt even more.
