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The Boston Celtics went nearly 15 years between eight-game winning streaks. They're now on the verge of their second such run in less than two months.

Boston also will try to match the best home start in franchise history as it faces the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Banknorth Garden on Friday night.

Taking Advantage

After getting their first win of a five-game road trip against one of the worst teams in the NBA, the Seattle SuperSonics hope to take advantage of another lowly opponent Friday night when they face the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Trying For Four Straight

The Toronto Raptors' T.J. Ford and the Indiana Pacers' Jamaal Tinsley matched up last month in a showcase of just how good the two point guards can be. Ford, however, can't stay on the court, and Tinsley can't keep out of trouble.

With Ford expected to miss another game, the Raptors look to win four straight for the first time this season Friday night in a matchup with the Pacers, who continue to receive news about Tinsley's latest off-the-court incident.

Turning It Around

After closing out a season-high six-game road trip by winning two straight for the first time in 2007-08, the Miami Heat are starting to turn things around following a poor start.

The Heat begin a stretch of playing five of their next six games at home Thursday night when they try to continue their success against the Washington Wizards.

Having Fun, Playing Well

The Golden State Warriors are in the midst of one of the best stretches in franchise history.

To keep it going, they'll have to figure out a streaking Trail Blazers team when they visit Portland on Wednesday.