Friday, December 21, 2001
WNBA Fact

In the history of U.S. women's professional basketball, only one player began her career in the ABL, joined the WNBA, and then returned to the ABL: Debra Williams. Williams played two games for the ABL's Seattle Reign during the 1996-97 season. The Charlotte Sting selected Williams in the third round (No. 23 overall) of the 1997 WNBA Draft. In 1997, Williams appeared in 10 games for the Sting before being released. She re-signed with the ABL, and played in 13 games for the Portland Power during the 1998-99 campaign. In her 25-game professional career (WNBA/ABL), Williams averaged 3.4 ppg and 1.0 rpg.



Thursday, December 20, 2001
Betty Lennox Mailbox Responses

"I'm 12 years old and an okay basketball player. My team is really good and I want to be part of it. I am asking for advice to improve my game. Thank you!"
Bridget
Indiana, PA

Hi, Bridget! First, to improve your game you must believe in yourself. You need to also put trust in your coach. He or she can really be a big help in improving your game. Also, you must trust your teammates. And of course you need to do a lot of extra work on the basketball court. That means practice, practice and practice. Thanks for your question!



Wednesday, December 19, 2001
Trivia of the Week

Who recorded the Lynx' first double-double?
A. Brandy Reed
B. Katie Smith
C. Andrea Lloyd Curry
D. Kristin Folkl

Click here for the answer.



Tuesday, December 18, 2001
Photo of the Week

Maylana Martin, Shanele Stires and Katie Smith demonstrate how to "rev it up." (Tasha Clark, NBAE Photos)

Monday, December 17, 2001
Quote of the Week

"I like being able to contribute. I'm young, I'm getting huge opportunities from this team and from the coach. Whether I am on the bench or on the court, it's fun. Everyone on this team is really supportive of each other."
—Lynx rookie forward Erin Buescher, after Minnesota's game against the New York Liberty on July 6, 2001.