Brittney Grineronce suggested that the WNBA shouldnt play the national anthem.
She also walked off the court before the anthem was played at a game in 2020.
She was freed in a prisoner swap after spending time in a gulag.
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Since returning, Griner has seemingly mellowed about what the national anthem means.
She later draped an American flag around her shoulders.
I didnt think I would be here, she said of the 2024 Paris Olympics, via Reuters.
Thisgold medalis going to hold a special place among the other two I was fortunate to win.
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U.S. head coach Chery Reeve added that Griner was grateful to be withTeam USA.
She was so thankful to be here…
