On next week's episode, while investigating a bizarre murder of a Navy pilot, the NCIS team butts heads with a lawyer who has a grudge against Special Agent Gibbs.

Talk about asking for trouble. You do not mess with Gibbs.

"Ignition" marks the first episode of 2010 as TV's top show looks to continue its recent string of stellar episodes. Click to enlarge bigger versions of the pics below ...

What do you think the new year holds for Tony and Ziva and the rest of the NCIS agents? At least thus far, our staff believes the show has been terrific this season.

Check out our mid-season report card and see if you agree - and tell us what you'd like to see more of as the CBS series' seventh season resumes on Tuesday night!

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