Portland Fire take the belt

Portland Fire beat Utah Starzz 76–71 on the road to start reign 44 of the WNBA belt, the 1st for the franchise.

Utah Starzz had held it since August 9, 2000, with 1 defense over 297 days.

Portland Fire held it for 15 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Los Angeles Sparks on June 17, 2001.