The Fertittas Reach an Agreement To Bring the WNBA Back To Houston With Connecticut Sun Purchase - a PaperCity Exclusive
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Key Points:
- The Fertitta family has reached an agreement to purchase the Connecticut Sun and relocate the WNBA franchise to Houston, with an official announcement expected next week.
- The team will be renamed the Houston Comets, reviving the city's former WNBA team that won the first four championships from 1997 to 2000 before folding in 2008.
- The new Houston Comets are set to begin play in 2027 at the Toyota Center, supported by the Fertittas, who also own the Houston Rockets, and will benefit from enhanced resources and analytics.
- This move marks a significant boost for women's sports in Houston, fulfilling a long-standing desire to restore a WNBA presence in the city and providing fans with a signature women's basketball franchise.
- Tilman Fertitta emphasizes that bringing the WNBA back is driven by a commitment to Houston and its community, beyond financial considerations, reflecting his broader dedication to the city's growth and prominence.
