Cheryl Ford scored 25 points and Katie Smith added 21 for Detroit, which is seeking its second title in four years.

Taurasi's inspired play helped offset the return of forward Cheryl Ford to Detroit's lineup.

We got Natalie Williams and Cheryl Ford, who can rebound and push the ball up the floor.

Kara Braxton had 12 and Cheryl Ford 10.

Cheryl Ford had 13 and Merlakia Jones scored 13 off the bench.

Cheryl Ford (born June 6, 1981 in) is an American professional women's basketball player.

Detroit Shock center, Cheryl Ford won the MVP of the game.

But it was Cheryl Ford, the Shock's power forward, who made the difference down the stretch with her strong inside play.

"Some players say we intimidate them, we're bullies," said forward Cheryl Ford, the league's career rebounding leader and Malone's daughter.

Karl Malone's daughter, Cheryl Ford, plays for the Shock in Detroit.