Brittney Griner's Lawyers Tell Russian Court She Was Prescribed Medical Marijuana
"that he is working to secure Brittney's release as soon as possible, as well as the release of...other U.S. nationals who are wrongfully detained or held hostage in Russia and around the world.", her teammates have also rallied behind her in her bid for freedom. While behind bars July 15, she was photographed by news photographers holding up a photo of WNBA players all wearing No. 42 jerseys in her honor during the league's recent all-star game.
Her Russian team UMMC Yekaterinburg also has her back. During a previous hearing on July 14, club directorraved about her "outstanding abilities as a player and personal contribution to strengthening team spirit," Griner's lawyer told
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