Connecticut Sun to Relocate to Houston After 24-Year Run

Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 24, 2026 —

The Connecticut Sun, a fixture in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) for 24 years, is preparing for its final game in the state on Thursday before relocating to Houston for the upcoming season. This move marks the end of a significant era for the franchise in Connecticut.

The team’s departure comes after a history rich with achievements. During its 24-year tenure, the CT Sun reached the WNBA Finals three times. Furthermore, the franchise holds the distinction of being the league’s first profitable team. The decision to move is attributed to new WNBA facility requirements that the current venue could not meet.

The relocation was prompted by the recent sale of the team for a reported $300 million. This substantial transaction signaled a new chapter for the franchise, leading to its transition to a new market.

The final game scheduled in Uncasville is intended as a fan appreciation event. It will serve as an opportunity to celebrate the team’s legacy and its contributions to the Connecticut sports landscape over nearly a quarter-century. Specific details regarding the fan event were not provided in the summary. The new name for the Houston-based franchise and further details about their upcoming season were also not provided.

Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on ctmirror.org, see more information here.

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