The Detroit Pistons will honor the title-winning Detroit Shock team for its 20th anniversary during the March 9 contest against the Charlotte Hornets at Little Caesars Arena, the team announced.
The Shock’s first title came one season after having the WNBA’s worst record. The team was led by WNBA Finals MVP Ruth Riley, Hall of Famer Swin Cash, Cheryl Ford, Flint native Deanna Nolan and Elaine Powell.
During that first title year, coach and general manager Bill Laimbeer was named Coach of the Year and Ford was named Rookie of the Year.