Report: Would-be Boston WNBA ownership group spokesman says Mohegan Tribe wants to keep Sun in CT

AJ Gerritson, spokesperson for the Boston Women’s Basketball Partners ownership group, stated that the Mohegan Tribe, owners of the Connecticut Sun, indicated in conversations that they intend to seek new owners who would keep the team in Connecticut. This makes relocation of the Sun to Boston appear unlikely.

Gerritson explained that the Boston group, which includes Michael Carter-Williams and Donnie Wahlberg, did not submit a bid during the latest WNBA expansion round "purely because of timing," despite speculation that they aimed for the Sun's relocation. He emphasized that the group has since worked to meet and exceed expansion standards, suggesting their path forward is now focused on securing a new expansion franchise for Boston.

The Mohegan Tribe leadership, in a statement, confirmed they are evaluating all strategic opportunities for the CT Sun, the Mohegan Tribe Gaming Authority (MTGA), and the WNBA. They expressed pride in the Sun's recent success, increased interest, community impact, and highlighted the WNBA's overall growth in viewership and interest.

Separately, the WNBA announced the addition of three expansion franchises on June 30th: Cleveland (starting 2028), Detroit (starting 2029), and Philadelphia (starting 2030), bringing the league total to 18 teams.