Yao Ming (L) of China is defended by Lebron James of the U.S. during their Group B men's basketball game at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games August 10, 2008. Chinese hoopsters were beaten 70-101 by US. [Agencies]
  

U.S. President George W. Bush, accompanied by China's Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi, witnessed U.S.' fifth Olympic victory over China, dating back to 1984.

  

After a brief lead in the first quarter, China failed to catch up the fast-paced Americans, losing 24-4 on fast-break points.

Chinese Zhu Fangyu chipped in 11 points and eight rebounds.