Conn. AG Inquiring Into WNBA's Involvement in Connecticut Sun Sale
Connecticut officials allege the WNBA may be blocking a $325 million sale to local buyers to relocate the Connecticut Sun, while offering $250 million themselves for league-controlled expansion.
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Conn. AG inquiring into WNBA's involvement in Connecticut Sun sale
News 8 livestreamed Tong's Thursday remarks, which can be watched again in the video player above. HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is the latest state official weighing in on the potential sale of the Connecticut Sun. He announced Thursday that he is launching an inquiry into rumors that the WNBA is blocking legitimate offers from buyers, including ones that would keep the team in Connecticut. “We are women’s b…
Tong Wants Answers From WNBA On Potential CT Sun Sale, Says League Could Be Violating Law
HARTFORD, CT — It would not be an exaggeration to say that the Women’s National Basketball Association owes its success to Connecticut, according to Attorney General William Tong. For that reason, and the team’s loyal fanbase, Tong said he was willing to fight to keep the Connecticut Sun from being sold and moved.
Connecticut Attorney General Launches Probe Into WNBA Over Sun Sale
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is demanding answers from the WNBA.In a letter sent to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert on Thursday, Tong announced that his office has opened an inquiry into the WNBA’s handling of the Connecticut Sun sale, citing concerns that the league may be "wrongfully blocking" a deal that would keep the team in the state."I am troubled by recent reports in the press that the WNBA may be wrongfully blocking a sale of …
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