Based on their performance in the playoffs so far, the Boston Celtics seem to have figured out a way to play with one another, something that they haven't been able to do consistently during the regular season.

After sweeping the Indiana Pacers in the first round, the Celtics made a huge statement by pulling out a dominating 112-90 victory in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Milwaukee Bucks. According to Kyrie Irving, their recent success has something to do with the fact that they know what to expect from one another.

The Celtics have a lot of talented players, but their main problem during the regular season is that they were playing as individuals rather than as key pieces of a team. It took time, but it seems that they're already able to figure things out and play as a cohesive unit.

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There is no doubt that Kyrie Irving is the best player on the team, but even the All-Star guard knows that he's surrounded with talent. He has a balanced approach in each game, meaning he knows when to score and when to defer to his teammates to get the job done.

The result? A five-game winning streak in the playoffs.

However, the Celtics know that there's still a long way to go. One win against the team with the best regular season record won't be enough. In order for them to win the championship, they will have to successfully take down the Bucks. Game 1 was a good start, but they need three more wins to advance.

Irving, though, knows that his team can get the job done.