Tough road ahead for Celtics

Ray Allen (right) and the Celtics have feasted on the weaklings of the NBA lately, posting blowout wins over the Pistons (119-93) and Knicks (109-97).

But starting tonight in Houston, the Celtics face a tough four-game stretch against Western Conference teams, with three on the road and a return home to face the second-best team in the West, Denver.

Here's a look ahead:

Ray Allen (right) and the Celtics have feasted on the weaklings of the NBA lately, posting blowout wins over the Pistons (119-93) and Knicks (109-97). But starting tonight in Houston, the Celtics face a tough four-game stretch against Western Conference teams, with three on the road and a return home to face the second-best team in the West, Denver. Here's a look ahead:
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