The Connecticut Sun are set for one last dance in the Nutmeg State, and the 2026 roster is officially here. After a tough 2025 season that saw the team post an 11-33 record—their worst in franchise history—and miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the Sun are hungry for a turnaround. This year marks the final season before the team relocates to Houston in 2027, so expect the Connecticut faithful to bring extra energy as they cheer on their squad one last time.
The Sun enter the season in a unique spot, technically carrying more than the maximum 12 players allowed on the final roster. Rookie forward Nell Angloma and second-year guard Leila Lacan have had their contracts temporarily suspended as they finish their seasons in France's Ligue Feminine. Once they join the team, Connecticut will need to make two more cuts to comply with roster limits.
But there's still room to grow. The Sun have two developmental slots available—a new feature under the WNBA's latest collective bargaining agreement. These spots are reserved for players with less than three years of league experience, who can appear in up to 12 games without counting against the salary cap. They can also be upgraded to the full roster at any time if needed.
Connecticut opens the 2026 season on Friday against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. on ION. Before the action begins, here's a closer look at the Sun's roster, featuring a mix of familiar faces and exciting newcomers.
No. 33 Nell Angloma, 6-1, F: The No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, Angloma missed training camp due to overseas playoff commitments. Her contract is temporarily suspended, and she'll sit out at least the first two games, but she's expected to join the team by week's end. Keep an eye on this versatile forward once she settles in.
No. 15 Raegan Beers, 6-4, C: Beers is a feel-good story for the Sun. After going undrafted, the former Oklahoma standout signed a training camp contract and fought her way onto the opening day roster. Her size and grit could make her a valuable asset in the paint as the season unfolds.
With a blend of seasoned veterans and hungry newcomers, the Sun are poised to give their Connecticut fans a season to remember before the big move. Let the final chapter begin.