The Connecticut Sun kick off the 2025 WNBA season at home on Sunday, May 18, taking on the Washington Mystics at 1 p.m. ET. This season will feature a record-high 44 games in the regular schedule and marks the 29th season of the WNBA.
In the initial week of the season, the Sun will host the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday, May 20, at 7 p.m. ET, followed by a road game against the Minnesota Lynx on Friday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Ahead of the opening game, the Sun revealed their roster, highlighting several key players. The projected starters are:
– PG: Lindsay Allen
– SG: Jacy Sheldon
– SF: Marina Mabrey
– PF: Tina Charles
– C: Olivia Nelson-Ododa
Head coach Rachid Meziane plans to utilize a double-big rotation with Charles and Nelson-Ododa in the frontcourt, aiming to foster a creative and flexible offense. Meziane emphasized the importance of adapting the lineup according to different matchups as the team competes every three days.
The team is also navigating roster challenges, with notable draft picks currently recovering from injuries. Aneesah Morrow, the No. 7 overall pick, is still recuperating from a knee injury sustained during training. Meanwhile, No. 8 pick Saniya Rivers is dealing with personal matters following the loss of her mother but was seen at practice earlier this week. Former UConn guard Bria Hartley returns to the team after a challenging recovery from an ACL injury.
As the Sun prepare for their season opener, fans are hopeful for the emergence of new talents and a dynamic team performance that reflects Meziane’s offensive vision. The roster’s potential along with the incoming players adds to the excitement surrounding the Sun’s 2025 campaign.