Last hour – WNBA loses one of its most recognized figures. Brittney Griner, the star of Phoenix Mercury and Olympic Champion, has announced his immediate retreat from competitive basketball, leaving fans and sport experts stunned. But beyond the decision, it was his heartbreaking confession that has turned on the networks: “No one loves me in his team!”

During a brief and emotional press conference, Griner explained that he no longer feels welcome or valued within the professional basketball environment. “I have given everything for this sport. I have represented my country. I have passed through hell and returned … but today I feel alone on the court,” he said, in a broken voice.

The news comes in the middle of a complicated season for both her and Phoenix Mercury, with irregular results, template changes and an atmosphere of growing media pressure. Although Griner had been averaging solid statistics, his presence had become an object of debate for extra -sports issues and political positions.

What led Griner to the limit?

According to sources close to the player, Griner would have expressed in private his frustration due to the lack of support of other players, coaches and managers. He claims to feel “invisible” even inside his own dressing room. “They see me more as a problem than as a partner. That hurts more than any defeat,” he would have said in a recent conversation.

The reaction was swift

Social networks exploded after the announcement. Some fans have shown their unconditional support:

“Brittney, thanks for everything you gave. Basketball owes you a lot. Go back when you are ready!”

However, criticism also emerged:

“This is not a farewell, it is a way of evading the difficult time his career lives.”, an analyst said in ESPN.

What does the future hold?

Griner did not completely close the door to basketball. “Maybe one day come back … if you need me. But right now, I need to rebuild myself outside the courts,” he said. He also expressed his desire to focus on social projects, mental health and write a book about his experience, both inside and outside the Russian prison that marked a before and then in his life.