Marreese Speights of the 76ers scored an alley-oop dunk to trigger a quick 6-0 run. And that right there would prevent the Rockets from launching.

Andre Iguodala hit a long jumper before the shot clock expired near the 2 minute mark to make it 93-89. Yao drove for a layup with 56 seconds left, but Andre Iguodala sank a tough shot to restore Philadelphia's four-point lead. Yao flipped in a hook shot on Houston's next possession But he missed the free throw. With 28 seconds left,the 76ers led 95-93 and held on for the win.

(CCTV January 31, 2009)