Connecticut Sun Staying Put—for Now ☀️

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What to Know About Women’s Basketball Today

1. Connecticut Sun Will Stay at Mohegan Through 2026 ☀️

Despite ongoing questions around ownership and location, the Connecticut Sun have confirmed they’ll remain at Mohegan Sun Arena through the 2026 season, according to a letter sent to season ticket holders. (Hartford Courant)

WHY IT MATTERS: The Sun have called Uncasville home since 2003, when the Mohegan Tribe bought and relocated the franchise from Orlando. But while the team has been competitive, it's faced criticism in recent years over poor facilities and player resources—even having to share a practice space with a child’s birthday party during last year’s playoffs.

In a recent anonymous player poll by The Athletic, the Sun were ranked the second-worst-run franchise in the WNBA, behind only the Sky. Amid this scrutiny, ownership announced in May it was exploring new investment and even a potential sale. Those decisions may still come—but for now, the team is staying put.

2. Paige Bueckers Is Running an Efficiency Clinic 🙌

There’s been no shortage of attention on this year’s rookie class, but Paige Bueckers’ efficiency stands out even in a crowded field.

WHY IT MATTERS: Bueckers has been remarkably efficient for a first-year pro. Through 19 games, she is leading the Wings with 18.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.7 steals per game, shooting a stellar 45% from the field. She’s also posted an elite assist-to-turnover ratio of 5.5 to 2.3—rare efficiency for any guard, let alone a rookie.

And in last weekend’s WNBA All-Star Game, she became the first rookie in WNBA or NBA history to dish 8 assists with 0 turnovers in the All-Star spotlight.

🎥 Watch Bueckers drop 35 points on 13-of-19 shooting vs Phoenix

3. Diana Taurasi Launches Camp for the Next Generation 🏀

Diana Taurasi is partnering with US Sports Camp to host her own all-girls basketball camp, aimed at ages 11–18. The TAURASI Snow Valley Basketball Camp will run July 24–27 in Santa Barbara, CA. (Ball Is Life)

WHY IT MATTERS: Taurasi has long talked about giving back, and this camp is a major step. The goal: create a space where girls can develop skills, confidence, and lifelong friendships while learning from one of the greatest to ever play.

Taurasi said about the camp: “Investing in the next generation of athletes is incredibly important to me … Basketball has given me so much, and I couldn’t be more excited to give back.”