Seattle Storm take the belt

Seattle Storm beat Charlotte Sting 65–59 at home to start reign 59 of the WNBA belt, the 1st for the franchise.

Charlotte Sting had held it since June 1, 2002, with 1 defense over 5 days.

Seattle Storm held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Las Vegas Aces on June 9, 2002.