The Connecticut Sun capped a storied chapter in Hartford on Saturday, as Jasmine Thomas and Curt Miller were celebrated as ‘Sun Legends’ during the team’s final home game of the season. The ceremony highlighted the intertwined legacies of a player who defined a generation and a coach who steered the franchise through its most successful years.
Thomas arrived in Connecticut in 2015, quickly establishing herself as the starting point guard and a vocal leader. Over eight seasons she helped the club reach the 2019 WNBA Finals, the first championship round appearance for the franchise since 2005, and contributed to a consistent playoff presence that kept the Sun among the league’s elite.
Miller, who took the helm as head coach in 2015 and added general manager duties a year later, compiled a 140‑86 record and earned Coach of the Year honors in both 2017 and 2021. His dual role helped shape roster moves, draft strategies and the overall culture that sustained competitiveness.
A Partnership That Endures
Now working side by side in the front office of the Dallas Wings, Thomas and Miller bring their complementary perspectives to player personnel and basketball operations. Their close working relationship, forged over years of shared successes and challenges, continues to influence roster construction and strategic direction.
The Sun’s upcoming relocation to Houston after the 2026 season marks the end of an era for the franchise based in Connecticut. The move, announced earlier this year, reflects shifting market dynamics while preserving the organization’s commitment to growth and community engagement in its new home.
Thomas has often credited the Sun organization for shaping her both as a player and as a person, noting that the supportive environment allowed her to develop confidence on and off the court. The recognition of Thomas and Miller as legends serves as a reminder of the lasting impact they have had on the team’s identity.