Griner Wishes WNBA Had Responded Sooner to Travel Concerns

Griner believes the WNBA should have allowed private airline options and charter flights before she was harassed at an airport.
Griner expressed frustration that it took so long for the team to be allowed to use private or charter flights, which she believes should have been an option from the beginning.
Griner was approved to use charter flights all season for her safety, and the WNBA and the Mercury collaborated on a travel plan to best protect her prior to the 2023 campaign.
Since the incident, the Mercury has been able to use created routes by JSX flights for the entire team.
Griner expressed frustration over the WNBA's slow response to addressing travel concerns for her and the Phoenix Mercury.