Charlotte Sting take the belt

Charlotte Sting beat Detroit Shock 67–61 at home to start reign 81 of the WNBA belt, the 8th for the franchise.

Detroit Shock had held it since July 18, 2003, with 2 defenses over 6 days.

Charlotte Sting held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Connecticut Sun on July 26, 2003.