KD dropped 29 and hit the dagger three as the Rockets extended their win streak to 8.

Kevin Durant scored 29 points and hit a clutch late three-pointer as the Houston Rockets held off a furious 76ers comeback to win 113-102, extending their winning streak to eight games. Houston built a 28-point lead in the third quarter before Philadelphia — playing without Joel Embiid (emergency appendectomy) — stormed back to cut it to 107-102 with 1:36 left.

Durant's dagger three on the next possession sealed it. Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson added 19 each, while Tari Eason contributed 15 points and 8 boards off the bench. For the Sixers, Quentin Grimes led with 20 points in a gutsy effort that ultimately fell short.

At 51-29, the Rockets are locked into the top four in the West and riding the hottest streak in the league heading into the postseason. Houston's depth and defensive versatility make them a legitimate dark horse for the Western Conference Finals.