Tension erupted after Brittney Griner’s hard-fought game against Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark took a worrying turn. Late in the third quarter, during a routine battle under the basket, Griner hit the floor awkwardly following contact with Clark. While she finished the game, her limp and pain were obvious — and ominous.

The Phoenix Mercury later announced that Griner would undergo evaluation. The following day, team doctors revealed she may have re-aggravated a prior leg injury, along with signs of nerve sensitivity that could sideline her indefinitely.

“She’s been powering through pain,” a source close to the team shared. “But this time, it’s different.”

Emotionally shaken, Griner reportedly panicked upon hearing she might face another long recovery. After everything — including her high-profile detainment in Russia — this latest setback stings.

Caitlin Clark expressed her concern: “She’s a legend. No one wants to see this.”

The WNBA community, including stars like A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, rallied with support. Still, questions about player safety continue to grow amid rising game intensity.

As Diana Taurasi said: “If anyone can fight back, it’s BG.”