Charlotte Sting take the belt

Charlotte Sting beat Miami Sol 63–45 at home to start reign 52 of the WNBA belt, the 4th for the franchise.

Miami Sol had held it since July 28, 2001, with 0 defenses over 3 days.

Charlotte Sting held it for 18 days and 7 defenses, then lost it to Cleveland Rockers on August 18, 2001.