Tomjanovich gave Nelson his best wishes. It's bad news, but he told me there are ways to treat it. My prayers are with him. But Nelson said he isn't shaken by the diagnosis. It's something all men will have to deal with at some point, probably.
Early detection is the key.
Mobley hit four free throws the final 22 seconds, and Francis added one with seconds to play to wrap up the win. The Mavs scored nine straight points early in the second quarter to take a 34-33 lead. But the Rockets, behind 23 points from Francis, led 54-51 lead at the half. Houston led 85-76 after three. Maurice Taylor and Kenny Thomas both missed the game for Houston with the flu.