Belt game 73 · January 6, 1989
Auburn take the belt
Auburn beat Tennessee 67–59 at home to start reign 13 of the NCAAW belt, the 2nd for the franchise.
Tennessee had held it since November 27, 1988, with 2 defenses over 40 days.
Auburn held it for 59 days and 8 defenses, then lost it to Tennessee on March 6, 1989.
13Reign number
2Team's reign
8Defenses
59Days held