Overview

• Brittney Griner left the Phoenix Mercury after 11 seasons, joining the Atlanta Dream in a transformative free agency move.
• Griner has embraced head coach Karl Smesko’s five-out offensive system, showcasing a new perimeter role and three-point shooting skills.
• In her preseason debut with the Dream, Griner posted a strong performance with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and a perfect 2-for-2 from three-point range in just 19 minutes.
• The Atlanta Dream have undergone a strategic rebuild, hiring Smesko and adding key players Brionna Jones, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, and rookie Te-Hina Paopao to strengthen their roster.
• Griner has publicly set a goal of competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, citing her renewed passion for the game and aspirations to represent Team USA on home soil.