The Boston Celtics continue to dominate at TD Garden, extending their home winning streak to 16 games with an impressive victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Despite missing key players Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, and Al Horford, the Celtics managed to hold off a full-strength Raptors squad, securing a 120-118 win.

The win puts the Celtics just one victory away from tying team history, matching the record of 17 consecutive wins set during the 1957-58 season. The franchise's current 23-game regular season win streak at TD Garden, dating back to March 8, 2023, is now the longest in its history, surpassing the previous records set during the Big 3 era in 1986 and 1987.

Jaylen Brown, one of the key contributors to the Celtics' success this season, credited the team's cohesiveness and improved performance at home to several factors. Brown highlighted the players' increased experience, the effective construction of the team by the front office, and the excellent coaching staff for their role in creating a winning environment.

As the Celtics gear up for their next challenge, a two-game road trip starting in San Antonio on Sunday, they have their sights set on making franchise history. When they return to TD Garden on Friday night to face the Utah Jazz, they will have a chance to match the record for the most consecutive home wins to start a season.

With the Celtics firing on all cylinders and their home court advantage proving to be a formidable weapon, the team and their fans eagerly anticipate the opportunity to witness their beloved team etch their name in the franchise's history books. Will the Celtics secure their 17th straight home victory and cement their place among the legends of Boston basketball? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain - the Celtics are a force to be reckoned with on their home turf.