I don't buy that shit, dude.
After all, Yao was out during a big part of the Rockets' 22-game win streak. That means they can certainly play at a high level without Yao. Plus, you play with what you've got instead of worrying about what you might have. I don't know, man, I didn't watch the game; but the recaps say T-Mac simply "disappeared", "went cold"... that doesn't sound promising if I were a Rockets fan. Oh, and did I mentioned the Jazz were 37-4 at home this season? Ouch!