Connecticut Sun Sold, Relocating to Houston

Fans and former players have mixed reactions to the WNBA team's move from Uncasville to a major Texas city.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:19pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented WNBA basketball game, with sharp, overlapping planes of navy blue, red, and gold, conveying the conceptual shift of the Connecticut Sun's move from the East Coast to Houston.The Connecticut Sun's relocation to Houston marks a significant shift in the WNBA's geographic landscape, as the team departs its loyal East Coast fanbase for a major Texas market.Houston Today

The Connecticut Sun, a WNBA team based in Uncasville, has been sold and will be relocating to Houston, Texas starting in the 2027 season. The announcement has sparked a range of reactions from loyal fans and former players of the team, with some expressing excitement about the move to a larger market while others are saddened to see the team leave the state.

Why it matters

The Connecticut Sun has been a fixture in the Uncasville community for over two decades, building a dedicated fan base. The team's relocation to Houston represents a significant shift in the WNBA landscape, as it leaves the East Coast and moves to a major Texas market, potentially impacting the league's overall reach and fan engagement.

The details

The Connecticut Sun will play their final season in Uncasville in 2026 before departing for Houston in 2027. One former Sun player expressed excitement about the move, saying most players are 'bored living in eastern Connecticut' and are looking forward to the opportunity to play in a larger city with 'more to do.' However, another former player and current ESPN broadcaster, Chiney Ogwumike, praised the loyalty of the Sun's fan base and expressed understanding that 'business does things that people aren't excited about.'

  • The Connecticut Sun will play their final season in Uncasville in 2026.
  • The Connecticut Sun will relocate to Houston, Texas starting in the 2027 season.

The players

Chiney Ogwumike

A former Connecticut Sun player who played in Uncasville for three seasons, and is currently an ESPN broadcaster.

Connecticut Sun

A WNBA team that has been based in Uncasville, Connecticut for over two decades.

Houston

The city in Texas where the Connecticut Sun will be relocating to starting in the 2027 season.

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What they’re saying

“'Those fans are the most loyal that I've ever experienced, not just in Mohegan, but also just throughout the state.'”

— Chiney Ogwumike, Former Connecticut Sun player and current ESPN broadcaster

“'it's great' when asked about the sale.”

— Anonymous former Connecticut Sun player

“'I will tell you that Texas and Houston is extremely excited right now, so if it had to be one place, I'm happy it's Houston and I do believe that expansion will hopefully reward the East Coast moving forward.'”

— Chiney Ogwumike, Former Connecticut Sun player and current ESPN broadcaster

What’s next

The Connecticut Sun will play their final season in Uncasville in 2026 before relocating to Houston, Texas for the 2027 season.

The takeaway

The Connecticut Sun's relocation to Houston represents a significant shift in the WNBA landscape, as the team leaves its loyal fan base in Uncasville to join a major Texas market. While some players are excited about the move, the departure of the Sun will be a loss for the East Coast basketball community that has supported the team for over two decades.