Celtics minority owner Steve Pagliuca is reportedly buying the Connecticut Sun WNBA team for a record $325 million, intending to relocate the franchise to Boston. The deal, which includes a $100 million investment in a new Boston practice facility, awaits WNBA and league governor approval. While the WNBA prefers Boston as an expansion city in 2033, the Sun's move could happen sooner, potentially playing some early-season games in Providence to avoid scheduling conflicts with Celtics and Bruins games. The Sun's current arena is the league's fourth smallest, and they lack a dedicated practice facility.

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