What is portland fire basketball?

Portland Fire is a professional women's basketball team that played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 2000 to 2002. The team was based in Portland, Oregon and played its home games at the Rose Garden arena, now known as the Moda Center.

The team was established in 2000, along with the Miami Sol, as part of the WNBA's expansion to ten teams in the league. The Fire was the only professional women's basketball team based in Oregon, and was well-supported by fans in the area.

During their three years in the WNBA, the Portland Fire struggled on the court, never making it to the playoffs. However, they were known for their exciting style of play, with a focus on fast-paced offense and aggressive defense.

Notable players who played for the Portland Fire include Jackie Stiles, a former college basketball superstar who won the Naismith and Wade Trophies, and Kamila Vodichkova, a Czechoslovakian forward who was one of the top scorers on the team.

The Portland Fire disbanded after the 2002 season, due to financial issues and a lack of success on the court. However, their legacy lives on as one of the early pioneers in women's professional basketball and an important chapter in the history of sports in Portland.