"Point deficit" refers to a situation where a team or individual has a lower score or fewer points than their opponent, putting them at a disadvantage or behind in a competition or game. Full definition
He scored 13 points in the fourth quarter alone to turn a 10 - point deficit into a 102 - 95 victory. (sbnation.com)
14 point deficit at the half, 45 - 59. (sbnation.com)
But all of those without prior military service should know that, when included with vets, they enter the recruitment process with a slight point deficit from the start. (resume-place.com)