| 2005 Detroit Shock season | |
|---|---|
| Coach | Bill Laimbeer |
| Arena | The Palace of Auburn Hills |
| Attendance | 9,374 per game |
| Results | |
| Record | 16–18 (.471) |
| Place | 4th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish | Lost First Round (2-0) to Connecticut Sun |
The 2005 WNBA season was the eighth for the Detroit Shock. Although they played mediocre basketball, the Shock barely made the playoffs, as they eventually made a quick exit from the playoffs, losing in a sweep by the Connecticut Sun.