If you're looking for the Knicks perspective on this game, go to Patrick Haneman's piece here: New York Knicks Stat Brief

After losing to the lowly Wizards, rated last by rankings subjective and stat-based alike, the Heat can’t be excited about going up against the only team in the East that has matched their level of play so far this season in the New York Knicks. If you want to read about them, check out Patrick Haneman's piece from today. To read about the latest team to be bested by RGIII’s late game poise, read on.

Lebron vs Melo

Often matched up against each other, this battle will be pivotal in determining the outcome of the game. Last year, per NBA.com, this matchup didn’t work out very well for SI’s Sportsman of the Year. 113.1 points per 100 possessions.