WNBA star Brittney Griner was recently involved in an incident at a Dallas airport with Alex Stein, a self-proclaimed social media provocateur. Stein filmed himself questioning Griner about her stance on America, including past criticisms and her decision to stand for the national anthem this season.
The confrontation prompted responses from the WNBA, the Phoenix Mercury, and Griner's agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas. Colas emphasized the need for enhanced security measures for WNBA players, highlighting the potential risks they face due to their activism and public profiles.
Stein's questioning touched upon Griner's highly publicized release from Russia, where she was detained on drug charges, in exchange for convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout. This exchange drew considerable attention and sparked debates both domestically and internationally.
Griner's decision to stand for the national anthem this season, after previously kneeling in protest, marked a shift in her public expression. She described the experience of hearing the anthem upon her return as deeply moving and resonant.
