Brittney Yvette Griner was born on October 18, 1990, in Houston, Texas, in the United States. She is an American professional basketball player and center for the Phoenix Mercury. She was the first pick in the 2013 WNBA Draft by the Mercury. As of September 2024, Griner is 33 years old and married to Cherelle Watson. They welcomed their first son in 2024.
The 2014 WNBA Championship was won by Griner and her team, the Phoenix Mercury. She has played in the WNBA All-Star ten times. She received many honors, including the 2012 NCAA Tournament MOP, the 2012 and 2013 Naismith College Player of the Year, the WBCA Defensive Player of the Year in 2011, 2012, and 2013, the eight-time WNBA Blocks Leader, and many more. She played overseas basketball and won the Russian National League three times in 2015, 2016, and 2017 and the EuroLeague four times in 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2021.
Name | Brittney Yvette Griner |
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Net Worth | $5 Million |
Age | 33 years old (As of September, 2024) |
Residence | Houston, Texas, U.S., currently lives in Phoenix |
Position | Center |
Marital Status | Married to Cherelle Watson |
Source of Wealth | WNBA Contract, Endorsements |
Salary | $150,000 |
Endorsements | Nike, ÕURA, Round21, Six Star Pro Nutrition, Jet Academy, Disney Plus, etc |
What is Brittney Griner's Net Worth in 2024?
Brittney Griner's net worth, as of April 18, 2024, is $5 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Griner joined the Mercury in 2013. She played basketball overseas and earned $600,000 in 2014 while playing for a Chinese team. She has also played in Russia and earned approximately $1.5 million.
Brittney Griner's Salary
Brittney Griner signed a one-year contract with the Phoenix Mercury in 2024 worth $150,000 and for the 2024 season, she will be earning a base salary of $150,000. Her career earnings from the Phoenix Mercury are approximately $1,168,450, according to Spotrac.
Brittney Griner's Endorsements
In 2013, Brittney Griner signed an endorsement with Nike. According to her Instagram and Facebook account, she has partnerships with Disney Hotstar, Õnur, Round21, HighlightHer, Popeyes, Facebook Gaming, Kashmere Watson, Exos, Six Star Pro Nutrition, Beats by DreTie, TieTheKnot, Nixon, NormaTec, and Jet Academy. Her endorsement earnings are not mentioned in any public domain.
Brittney Griner's Investment
Brittney Griner invested in a basketball franchise, Shoot 360, on April 06, 2021. There are not many details about her investment in the public domain.
Brittney Griner's Other Sources of Income
Brittney Griner is the author of two books, ‘In My Skin: My Life On and Off the Basketball Court’ in 2014, and ‘Coming Home’ in 2024. HarperCollins released her debut novel, while Knopf published her second novel.
Brittney Griner's House
Brittney Griner and her wife reportedly own a 3000-square-foot property in Phoenix, Arizona, according to the New York Post. She purchased it for $475,000 in 2018.
Brittney Griner's Car
As of July 2024, Brittney Griner owns luxurious cars like a Jeep Wrangler, which starts at $33,890 and goes up to $101,890, a 1971 Chevrolet Nova worth $85,000, and a Nissan Titan Truck worth approximately $46,690.
Brittney Griner's Charity Work
Brittney Griner worked for the Heart and Sole Shoe drive, where she donated food, shoes, etc to the poor, as seen on her Facebook account. She also partners with anti-bullying and LGBTQ-focused organizations, as she shared in an interview with NBC Olympics. She has partnered with Bring Our Families Home. She received the WNBA Cares Community Assist Award in 2023 for her charity works and donations.
FAQ's on Brittney Griner Net Worth
A. Brittney Griner earned $150,000 with the Phoenix Mercury in the 2024 WNBA season.
A. Brittney Griner's wife is Cherelle Watson. Before marrying Watson, Griner was married to Glory Johnson but the couple separated in 2016.
A. Brittney Griner and Cherelle Watson have their first baby boy, Bash, in July 2024.
A. Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia when hash oil, which is illegal in Russia, was found in her luggage at the Sheremetyevo International Airport in February 2022.
A. Brittney Griner's height is 6 feet 9 inches.
A. In the 2024 WNBA season, Brittney Griner averaged 17.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 28.7 minutes per game.