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Fertitta to Buy WNBA’s Connecticut Sun, Revive Houston Comets in 2027

The reported $300 million price signals rising team values in the WNBA, with NBA owners playing a bigger role.

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Jul 9, 2025; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Sun guard Saniya Rivers (22) and teammates react after defeating the Seattle Storm at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Jul 11, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Connecticut Sun center Olivia Nelson-Ododa (10) shoots against Seattle Storm forward Nneka Ogwumike (3) during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Froschauer-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Fertitta Entertainment said Monday it agreed to buy the Connecticut Sun and move the WNBA team to Houston, pending approval by the league’s Board of Governors.
  • The Sun will play the 2026 season in Connecticut, then relocate for 2027 under the Houston Comets name with home games planned at Toyota Center.
  • Multiple outlets report a $300 million price, which would set a WNBA record for a team sale and top recent expansion fees.
  • The Rockets’ ownership opened $99 season-ticket deposits and a team site for updates and merchandise as it courts fans ahead of a formal vote.
  • Connecticut officials voiced concern about losing the team, and past blocked and competing bids showed that any relocation depends on a league-wide vote.