The WNBA has a few days off, and some teams are taking stock.

In Sacramento, the picture is grim. The Monarchs had been picked by many as the best in the league this year, but they've started 2-4. According to GM Jerry Reynolds, Saturday's loss to LA was the worst game Sacramento has ever played.

San Antonio is 2-5, but the Stars say they're not ready to throw in the towel yet. To turn things around, they'll need to start working together and passing in their offense.

Houston's dreams of a return to the championship circle are looking unrealistic. With Coop and Swoopes hurt (and with Swoopes depressed even when she's been playing) the Comets are without 2 of their 3 big stars. Coach Chancellor says someone other than Tina Thompson needs to step up. But who?

So, some teams are having a rough time last year. But it's not all doom and gloom out there. Cleveland and Detroit finished at the bottom of the East last year, and Minnesota at the bottom of the West. All three have gotten off to good starts and have performed beyond expectations.