By DJ Harding-
Alyssa Thomas has now been acquired by the Phoenix Mercury with the move unable to be made official until February 1st.
Thomas was cored this offseason meaning she although an unrestricted free agent could only leave in a trade. Now being traded Thomas for the first time in her career will bring a WNBA uniform that isn’t a Connecticut Sun one.
Along with Thomas Guard Ty Harris is also on the move to Phoenix as Natasha Cloud, Rebecca Allen, and a 2025 First Round pick all head the Sun’s way
Harris leaves Connecticut after two seasons with the Sun. Allen meanwhile returns to Connecticut after playing for the Sun during the 2023 season.
Thomas the 2024 Olympian leaves Connecitut after 11 seasons with the team including five all-star appearances, six all-defensive teams, and three all-wnba teams.
The Engine was the Connecticut Sun’s All-Time leader in games played, rebounds, assists, steals. Thomas was second in points scored as well.
The WNBA All-Time leader in Triple-Doubles is now on the move and leaves Connecticut’s future in uncertainty.