Connecticut Sun Refuse Marina Mabrey's Trade Request Despite Player's Push to Leave

The Sun's leadership cites Mabrey's value to the team as the reason for denying her trade request, sparking criticism from her agent over player empowerment.

Marina Mabrey, who joined the Connecticut Sun in 2024, has requested a trade, citing dissatisfaction with the team's rebuilding phase.
The Sun's president, Jennifer Rizzotti, stated that Mabrey is central to the team's future plans and emphasized the value the team gave up to acquire her last year.
Mabrey's agent, Marcus Crenshaw, criticized the decision, framing it as counterproductive and at odds with the broader movement toward player empowerment in sports.
The Sun have undergone a dramatic roster overhaul this offseason, losing all five starters and their head coach from their 2024 playoff run.
Despite the turmoil, the Sun have made moves to rebuild, adding veterans like Tina Charles and Natasha Cloud, while denying Mabrey's trade request to retain her as a key offensive piece.