Celtics 106, Bobcats 100

Celtic streak alive at 5

Pesky Bobcats fall apart in 4th

Paul Pierce decides it's time to dish after being trapped in the paint by Charlotte center Emeka Okafor (right). (CHUCK BURTON/ASSOCIATED PRESS)

By Shira Springer

Globe Staff / December 17, 2006

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Given the state of affairs in the Eastern Conference, the Celtics aren't ready to brag about their recent accomplishments. But for the record, Boston has become the hottest team in the East, not so quietly climbing the standings with a combination of resiliency, youthful energy, and veteran leadership. (Full article: 636 words)