The WNBA announced Wednesday that WNBA and NBA owners unanimously approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun and the team’s relocation to Houston ahead of the 2027 season.

Basketball fans across Houston celebrated Wednesday night when the WNBA Board of Governors officially approved the revival of the Houston Comets through a sale of the Connecticut Sun to new team owner Tilman Fertitta.

The Connecticut Sun hit a partial snag with rebranding as the Comets upon their anticipated move to Houston in 2027.

The announcement marks the return of professional women's basketball to Houston, a city that was home to the WNBA's first dynasty. 

Even with their name not officially trademarked, the Houston Comets made their reincarnation official Thursday, with a giddy press conference that also revealed the Sun’s front office staff will likely move with the players from Connecticut.

As part of Toyota Center Reimagined, the Comets will benefit from expanded and modernized training facilities, along with a locker-room upgrade.