Brittney Griner Set to Join Connecticut Sun in Major WNBA Move

11 articles · Updated · ESPN · Apr 11

Brittney Griner is finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun after one season with the Atlanta Dream.
The 10-time All-Star and former WNBA champion averaged career lows last season but remains a respected veteran presence.
Griner's experience could help the young Sun roster, especially as the franchise prepares to relocate to her hometown Houston in 2027.

As the Comets dynasty is revived, what does Griner's signing signal for Houston's WNBA future?

Why did the WNBA reject a higher offer to keep the Sun in Connecticut in favor of the Houston relocation?

Is a seven-figure deal for a 35-year-old center a risky gamble, even with the WNBA's new salary cap?

Can Brittney Griner’s defense alone push the Sun to a title before the team’s controversial move to Houston?

Beyond salaries, how will the WNBA's new CBA and player empowerment reshape the league's competitive balance?