Long lasting WNBA star Brittney Griner was mentioned on “Jeopardy!” This evening.
Sports trivia is always fun to watch in the popular trivia game. Most of the time, the experts on the show are very unfamiliar with the sport. It’s rare to find someone on the show who has mastered everything in the world of sports.
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On Wednesday night, Griner, who played collegiately at Baylor, was a subject on the popular hit show.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 22: Brittney Griner #42 of the Atlanta Dream looks over the Indiana Fever during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on May 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)Paras Griffin/Getty Images
Griner was the answer to the question:
“Basketball player trades in 2022 include Kristaps Porzingis for Spencer Dinwiddie and an arms dealer for her.”
One of the candidates answered Griner correctly, although some took issue with the decision.
“Hey, at least she answered correctly,” one wrote.
“How come Stella received points for completely pronouncing Morticia Adams’ name, and not points for simply saying ‘Griner’ to Brittney Griner?” wondered another.
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Griner, 35, averaged 9.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per game during the 2025 WNBA season.
This story was originally published by The yarn on January 15, 2026, where he first appeared in the WNBA section. Add The Spun as Favorite source by clicking here.
