The Boston Celtics are getting closer in on a third straight Atlantic Division title thanks mainly to their defense. A resurgent Paul Pierce also has helped. Pierce and the Celtics seek to triumph their fifth straight on Monday night when they complete a three-game road trip against the Utah Jazz.
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Another division title is all but a foregone conclusion for Boston (45-24), which has a 10-game lead over Toronto with 13 games remaining. The Celtics have looked particularly strong this month, winning nine of 12, including the last four by an average of 13.5 points.