81.   But for the second straight game, the Eagles nearly did themselves in with a second-half malaise.

82.   But he missed his fifth straight game with an abdominal muscle pull and there is no indication when he will be ready to return.

83.   But for the second straight game Nomar Garciaparra went to bed without one.

84.   But L.A. has not won three straight at home or even three straight games.

85.   But Monday was the second straight game the Kings rallied in the third period to tie.

86.   But no modern era expansion team has won three straight games.

87.   But returning the favor would be difficult with Stephon Marbury and Kerry Kittles on the sideline for their sixth and fifth straight games, respectively.

88.   But Taylor struck out Bonds looking for the second straight game to end it.

89.   But that was exactly what happened for Tennessee, a team that has won seven straight games.

90.   But out of necessity, Bennett was the first power forward off the bench for two straight games.