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In battle of offensive firepower, defense may decide NBA champion

In battle of offensive firepower, defense may decide NBA champion

The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder have two of the NBA's best offenses. But this year's title hopes may swing on the other facet: Who has the better defense?

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