Connecticut Sun owners are weighing several routes after a record bid to sell the franchise drew pushback from the league. Pagliuca’s group pitched a $325 million package that included relocation to Boston, but the WNBA Board of Governors would need to sign off, and cities with recent expansion bids hold priority over Boston. The Mohegan tribe could pursue a full sale to Pagliuca, a Lasry-led Hartford move, a minority stake, or allow the league to buy and relocate the Sun to a market of its choosing. The dispute centers on value, market, and timing as the league pursues its biggest expansion push since the league’s inception, aiming for 18 teams by 2030.

Meanwhile, the league floated a $250 million purchase offer to facilitate a path that could steer the Sun toward preferred expansion cities, while maintaining Mohegan control or a partial stake. The Sun’s volatility comes as Boston hosted sellout Sun games at TD Garden, underscoring the market’s power but also the logistical challenge of a full schedule there. If relocation advances or a Hartford alternative gains traction, fantasy players should monitor facility commitments, travel logistics, and roster stability, as these factors shape development budgets and long-term player value in a rapidly evolving landscape.