Even though Brittney Griner sits in a Russian jail cell, trapped in a legal system with few protections, dozens of American basketball players are still planning to play in Russia this upcoming season. USA TODAY Sports has identified at least 31 men and one woman who are expected to play in Russia’s top professional league, a development that several basketball executives and global security experts view as highly risky in light of the ongoing tensions between the American and Russian governments. The State Department told USA TODAY Sports via email its “do not travel” advisory for Russia applies to all U.S. citizens “regardless of the purpose of travel.” Many of the Americans who are committed to Russian teams at this point have never played in that league before, raising the question whether they know what they’re getting into. Trisonya Thompson Abraham, a veteran women's agent, said players choosing to go are “playing Russian roulette, no pun intended.” Tap the link in our bio to read more.