New York Liberty take the belt

New York Liberty beat Detroit Shock 64–52 at home to start reign 96 of the WNBA belt, the 9th for the franchise.

Detroit Shock had held it since September 14, 2003, with 2 defenses over 255 days.

New York Liberty held it for 16 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Indiana Fever on June 11, 2004.