Pagliuca Group to Buy, Move Connecticut Sun to Boston

Celtics minority owner Steve Pagliuca has agreed to purchase the Connecticut Sun of the WNBA from the Mohegan Tribe for a record $325 million, marking the highest sale price for a women's sports franchise in North American history. The deal, pending WNBA and league governors' approval, includes plans to relocate the team to Boston by 2027 and invest $100 million in a new practice facility. The Sun would play at TD Garden, where recent sellout games indicate strong local support. The Mohegan Tribe, owners since 2003, cited limited venue size, lack of a dedicated practice facility, and declining attendance in Uncasville as reasons for selling. The WNBA's preference to reserve Boston as a potential expansion city for 2033 may present obstacles to the relocation. If approved, the Sun could temporarily play early-season games in Providence due to scheduling conflicts at TD Garden, reflecting surging interest and rising franchise valuations across the league.