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Breaking News: In a stunning revelation that has taken both sports fans and the general public by surprise, WNBA star Britney Griner has confirmed a shocking twist in…see more
began after she had been away from basketball for so long. She has had a strong season so far and was named a WNBA All-Star starter, averaging 19.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 blocked shots for the Mercury.
Ahead of Saturday’s All-Star Game, Griner revealed that her level of play was a pleasant surprise.
“I just wanted to get out there and try my best not to get hurt, give it the best I’ve got,” Griner said. “I was a little shocked, actually, how it was once I got on the court, so I’m happy with it.”Griner also acknowledge that she faced an uphill battle when she returned to basketball, but credited hard work and determination with putting her in a position to play the game at a high level.
“It was definitely a tough road. A lot of long, hard hours in the gym and in the weight room to get back into it,” she said.