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Record Sports Team Sales and NWSL Expansions Announced

12/29/2025

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In 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers were sold for $10 billion, a record valuation for a U.S. sports-team.
The Boston Celtics were sold for $6.1 billion in 2025.
The Tampa Bay Rays were acquired for $1.7 billion in 2025.
The National Women's Soccer League announced expansions with new teams in Denver and Atlanta, set to debut in 2026 and 2028, respectively.
The Connecticut Sun face controversy as ownership discussions about relocation continue amid league regulations.

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In 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers were sold for $10 billion, a record valuation for a U.S. sports-team.
The Boston Celtics were sold for $6.1 billion in 2025.
The Tampa Bay Rays were acquired for $1.7 billion in 2025.
The National Women's Soccer League announced expansions with new teams in Denver and Atlanta, set to debut in 2026 and 2028, respectively.
The Connecticut Sun face controversy as ownership discussions about relocation continue amid league regulations.