Friday, Feb. 21
WNBA Fact

On Aug. 30, 1997, the Houston Comets became the first WNBA champions following a 65-51 victory over the New York Liberty at the Summit. New York was coached by Nancy Darsch, Minnesota's new assistant coach.


Thursday, Feb. 20
Did You Know?

The Lynx held their opponents to 65.8 ppg during the 2002 WNBA campaign, fifth-best in the league. However, the team's offense averaged the fewest points per game in the league, with 62.6 ppg.


Wednesday, Feb. 19
WNBA Trivia

Who is the WNBA's all-time leader in free throws made?
A. Cynthia Cooper
B. Jennifer Gillom
C. Lisa Leslie
D. Katie Smith

Click here for the answer.


Tuesday, Feb. 18
Photo of the Week

The Lynx acquired guard Shaunzinski Gortman in a draft-day trade on April 19, 2002. David Sherman, WNBAE/Getty Images Gortman photo gallery

Monday, Feb. 17
Quote of the Week

"When you play for Connecticut, they teach you how to sacrifice for the team. She has done it for the last four years and got the ultimate prize. It's what she's trying to do here."
— Lynx forward Svetlana Abrosimova, talking about teammate and fellow Connecticut graduate Tamika Williams. The quote appeared in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on May 11, 2002.

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