Pacers searching for a way to even series with Toronto

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INDIANAPOLIS — In a matter of week — and three games — the Indiana Pacers have gone from looking like they have a chance against the Toronto Raptors to now scrambling trying to figure out a way to match their opponent.

The talk around the Pacers organization is consistent: They need to a better of job of competing and getting back to doing the little things like diving to the floor for loose balls and rebounding.

Pacers coach Frank Vogel can only do so much. He can tell his players to play harder, but they’re the ones who have to go out and do it.

Paul George wants to get his teammates more involved and says “it’s on me” to get it done. Ron Hoskins/NBA/Getty Images

“That’s exactly what it is, and that’s what playoff basketball is about,” Paul George said. “Everyone makes that commitment to do whatever it takes and do whatever is willing to help the team win. That’s the commitment we need from each individual on this team, starting with myself.”

One thing Vogel can definitely do is alter the starting lineup. The coach, in typical coach style, …

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