Brittney Griner appeared at a brief hearing and is charged with drug smuggling, which carries a sentence of 10 years.
Russian state-run news agency Tass reported that Griner’s detention was extended until at least July 2.
Stephen Curry scores 34 points and is named the NBA Finals MVP as Golden State Warriors beat Boston Celtics 103-90.
US basketball star’s lawyer says he believes one-month extension indicates the case would come to trial soon.
Brittney Griner has been held by Russia since February after authorities said she was carrying a vape with cannabis.
USA Basketball players express support for Griner after weeks in detention, say, ‘It could have been any of us’.
State broadcaster CCTV stopped airing games in 2020, angered by a team official supporting Hong Kong democracy movement.
State Department says a US diplomat was able to visit Brittney Griner, who has been detained in Russia since last month.
Griner arrested in February at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said her luggage contained vape cartridges.
Nine Memphis Grizzlies players reach double figures in 152-79 basketball victory over Oklahoma City Thunder.
The name of the 20,000-seat venue will change when the Lakers host the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA’s Christmas showcase.
Brooklyn Nets guard, who could lose $17m this season if he doesn’t get the jab, says he’s doing ‘what’s best’ for him.
Nets general manager says Irving will not take part in team activity until he is ‘eligible to be a full participant’.
The US capture a fourth straight Olympic gold medal after beating France.
