Connecticut Sun TV Schedule 2026: How to Watch, Channels, Players & More

The Connecticut Sun enter 2026 facing one of the most significant transitions in franchise history. After missing the postseason for the first time in eight years, the Sun now prepare for their final season in Connecticut before the organization relocates to Houston.

Connecticut struggled through a rebuilding campaign in 2025 following the departure of franchise star Alyssa Thomas and first-year head coach Rachid Meziane. The Sun finished near the bottom of the league standings, but young players like Marina Mabrey, Leïla Lacan and Saniya Rivers showed flashes that could shape the team’s future.

Now the focus shifts toward building a more competitive roster for one final run in the Nutmeg State. Connecticut added Brittney Griner in free agency and will look for continued development from Rivers, Lacan and Aaliyah Edwards, while several first-round draft picks bring even more youth and upside into the rotation.

With a new era approaching, the 2026 season represents both a farewell and an opportunity for the Sun to begin building momentum again.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Connecticut Sun this season, including the full schedule, TV channel information, roster updates and where to watch games throughout the year.

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Connecticut Sun Quick Facts:

Founding Season: 2003
Conference: Eastern
Head Coach: Rachid Meziane
Home Arena: Mohegan Sun Arena
Championships: None
2025 Finish: Did not make the playoffs

Where Can I Watch Connecticut Sun Games?

For fans who can’t make it out to Mohegan Sun Arena to watch the Sun in person, there are plenty of ways to follow the Connecticut Sun TV schedule throughout the season, including nationally televised games and regional coverage.

Below are the channels and streaming platforms where you can watch Connecticut Sun games live:

• Regional Sports Network – NBC Sports Boston
• ESPN – Ch. 206
• ESPN2 – Ch. 209
• ABC – Find your local ABC network
• CBS – Find your local CBS network
• NBC – Find your local NBC network
• USA Network – Ch. 242
• ION – Ch. 305
• Peacock
• Prime Video
• WNBA League Pass
• ESPN Unlimited

Connecticut Sun TV Schedule

The Connecticut Sun open up their 2026 season Friday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. ET as they travel to Brooklyn to take on their rival, the New York Liberty, at the Barclays Center. Their home opener is Sunday, May 10, at 1 p.m. ET when they take on the Seattle Storm.

In their final season in Connecticut, the Sun will do a farewell tour with two games in Hartford at PeopleBank Arena and return for another game at TD Garden in Boston.

Explore the full Sun schedule below, including information on where to watch the Connecticut Sun on TV and more.

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How Did The Connecticut Sun Perform In 2025?

The Connecticut Sun entered 2025 facing major changes, and the results reflected a franchise in transition. Connecticut finished 11-33, ranking last in offensive rating and near the bottom of the WNBA defensively after the departure of franchise star Alyssa Thomas.

Under first-year head coach Rachid Meziane, the Sun spent much of the season focused on developing younger players and redefining the team’s identity. While the losses piled up early, Connecticut showed signs of progress late in the season by winning six of its final 11 games.

Marina Mabrey, Leïla Lacan and Saniya Rivers emerged as important building blocks for the future, while veteran Tina Charles remained one of the team’s few consistent offensive options throughout the year.

With the franchise preparing for its final season in Connecticut before relocating to Houston, the Sun enter 2026 hoping their young core can continue developing while the organization begins building toward its next era.

Key Connecticut Sun Players To Watch In 2026

The Connecticut Sun enter 2026 balancing veteran leadership with one of the youngest developing cores in the WNBA. Brittney Griner and Tina Charles headline the roster, while younger players like Leïla Lacan, Saniya Rivers and Aneesah Morrow continue to take on larger roles entering the franchise’s final season in Connecticut.

Tina Charles

Charles returned to the franchise that drafted her and remained one of Connecticut’s most reliable offensive players in 2025. The former MVP averaged 16.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per game while continuing to provide veteran leadership for a rebuilding roster.

Even entering her 16th WNBA season, Charles remains one of the league’s most productive frontcourt scorers.

Brittney Griner

The Sun added Griner during the offseason to bring championship experience and interior defense to a young roster. One of the most accomplished centers in WNBA history, Griner gives Connecticut another veteran presence alongside Charles in the frontcourt.

Leïla Lacan

Lacan emerged as one of the most promising young guards in the WNBA during her rookie season. The French guard averaged 10.4 points, 3.7 assists and 2.2 steals per game while quickly establishing herself as one of Connecticut’s best perimeter defenders.

Saniya Rivers

Rivers continued to develop into an important two-way contributor after averaging 8.8 points, 2.7 assists and 1.5 steals per game as a rookie. Her athleticism and defensive versatility should lead to an even larger role in 2026 following the departure of Marina Mabrey.

Aneesah Morrow

Morrow showed flashes of becoming a high-level rebounder and interior scorer during her rookie season, averaging 7.7 points and 6.9 rebounds in under 19 minutes per game. Connecticut hopes another year of development alongside veterans like Charles and Griner can accelerate her growth.

Nell Angloma, Gianna Kneepkens and Charlisse Leger-Walker

The Sun also added another wave of young talent through the 2026 WNBA Draft. Angloma arrives from France after several productive seasons overseas, while UCLA teammates Kneepkens and Leger-Walker bring additional shooting, playmaking and backcourt depth to Connecticut’s rebuilding roster.

As the organization prepares for its eventual move to Houston, the Sun enter 2026 focused on developing one of the league’s youngest and most intriguing cores.

Top Connecticut Sun Rivalries to Watch In 2026

The Connecticut Sun have built several strong rivalries throughout the Eastern Conference during the franchise’s long run of playoff appearances.

New York Liberty

The Liberty and Sun have regularly battled for playoff positioning and postseason advancement over the last several years. Their geographic proximity also helps make this one of the WNBA’s more natural regional rivalries.

Atlanta Dream

Connecticut and Atlanta have faced each other in several meaningful Eastern Conference matchups over the years, including multiple playoff meetings.

Indiana Fever

With Indiana emerging as one of the conference’s rising contenders, Fever-Sun games should continue carrying major playoff significance in 2026.

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