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Brianna Turner

Brianna Turner – WNBA News, Rumors & Updates, Stats

Who is Brianna Turner?

Brianna Turner is an American professional basketball player known for her defense, rebounding, and hustle. She plays as a forward for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA and was a key piece in the Mercury’s playoff pushes. A product of Notre Dame, she became one of the top defenders in college and transitioned seamlessly to the professional stage.

Quick Facts – Brianna Turner

Attribute Detail
Full Name Brianna Mackenzie Turner
Born July 5, 1996 (Pearland, Texas, USA)
Age 29 (as of 2025)
Height 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight 170 lbs (77 kg)
Nationality American
Position Forward
Jersey Number #21 (Phoenix Mercury)
College University of Notre Dame (2014–2019)
WNBA Draft 2019, Round 1, Pick 11 by Atlanta Dream (rights traded to Phoenix Mercury)
WNBA Debut 2019
Current Team Phoenix Mercury
International Career USA Basketball (U18, U19, Pan American Games)
Notable Achievements NCAA Champion (2018, Notre Dame), 2× All-Defensive WNBA selection, multiple gold medals with USA Basketball
Years Active in WNBA 2019–present

Early Life and College Career

Born in Pearland, Texas, Turner was a highly recruited high school athlete and joined Notre Dame, where she quickly became one of the best two-way forwards in the country.

At Notre Dame, Turner was a four-time All-American, led her team in rebounding and shot-blocking, and played a pivotal role in the 2018 NCAA Championship run, helping the Fighting Irish win the national title. Despite suffering a torn ACL in 2017, she bounced back to finish her collegiate career as one of Notre Dame’s all-time leaders in rebounds and blocks.

WNBA Career

Brianna Turner was drafted 11th overall in the 2019 WNBA Draft by the Atlanta Dream, but her rights were traded to the Phoenix Mercury, where she has spent her career.

She made an immediate impact with her energy and defense, quickly becoming one of the Mercury’s core frontcourt players. Turner has earned multiple WNBA All-Defensive Team selections and has been instrumental in deep playoff runs, including the Mercury’s trip to the 2021 WNBA Finals.

Career Achievements

  • NCAA Champion (2018, Notre Dame)

  • 4× All-American at Notre Dame

  • 2× WNBA All-Defensive Team selection

  • WNBA Finals appearance (2021, Phoenix Mercury)

  • Multiple gold medals with USA Basketball (U18, U19, Pan American Games)