We’re dealing with that now in Phoenix as the X-Factor deals with the departure of Brittney Griner, the most visible star in the history of the WNBA and perhaps all of team sports.

In Phoenix, the center lived up to her draft potential, won a title and was a fan favorite. What lies ahead in Atlanta?

Brittney Griner plans to sign with the Atlanta Dream, marking the end of her 11-year career with the Phoenix Mercury.

The math worked, so we'll call it "25 for 2025" and we'll start with the first five on the Mercury. As of now ... but what’s even more exciting is that she’s 65 blocks from from Margo Dydek’s all-time mark of 877. Her total of 46 blocks last ...

WNBA free agency has seen another big move, and it involves center Brittney Griner. The 11-year veteran, who has played her entire professional career with the Phoenix Mercury, is on the move.

Brittney Griner plans to sign with the Atlanta Dream, marking the end of her 11-year career with the Phoenix Mercury.

The math worked, so we'll call it "25 for 2025" and we'll start with the first five on the Mercury. As of now ... that she’s 65 blocks from from Margo Dydek’s all-time mark of 877.

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Landing Brittney Griner was a big swing for the franchise, which was was “pounding the pavement" to get better in free agency.”

The former Baylor star plans to continue her career in Atlanta, marking the end of her 11-year stint in Phoenix.

Brittney Griner plans to sign with the Atlanta Dream, marking the end of her 11-year career with the Phoenix Mercury.

Muncie, Ind. – Javaughn Hannah and Markhi Strickland scored 17 points each, leading the Western Michigan men's basketball team to a 74-71 win over Ball State on Tuesday night. Hannah shot 7 for 15, including 2 for 3 on 3-pointers for the Broncos (6-14, 3-5 Mid-American Conference). Donovan Williams added 16 for WMU.