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The team the Celtics were at home was behind by 11 points entering the fourth quarter Wednesday, and Irving was among the starters needing a rest. If that scene is repeated Friday, there is a far greater chance, based on location history, that the Pacers will increase that margin.
In other words, the Celts have to be even tighter with their defense and do a much better job of protecting their own possessions.