Brittney Griner, fiancee Glory Johnson arrested for suspicion of assault

— -- Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner, the reigning WNBA defensive player of the year, and Tulsa Shock forward Glory Johnson, her fiancée, were both arrested Wednesday for suspicion of assault and disorderly conduct, according to multiple media reports.

Both Griner and Johnson were arrested in Goodyear, Arizona, on Wednesday. Johnson was released at 4 a.m. Thursday, with Griner being released 23 minutes later, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.

The 6-foot-8 Griner, a first-team all-WNBA selection, averaged 16.7 points and 6.0 rebounds per game last season.

Griner and Johnson are scheduled to be married later this year. They got engaged last August.