Miami at New York

There is plenty is at stake in this rivalry game with Miami trying to get its groove back and New York fighting for its playoffs life. Late-season games like this can mean intense defense and Miami has been playing it, ranked No. 6 in the NBA in points allowed and on a 5-1 run UNDER the total. The UNDER is 20-6 in the Heat's last 26 games when playing on one day of rest and 14-6 UNDER the total in their last 20 vs. the Eastern Conference. New York has had to play tough defense with Lin and Stoudamire out, plus the addition of Tyson Chandler up front has helped their defense all season. They come off a win over Washington allowing 65 points and 27.8% shooting! The UNDER is 25-10 in Knicks’ last 35 games following a win and 23-6 UNDER the total after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game. When these rivals meet, the defensive fur flies, as the UNDER is 5-0-1 in the last six meetings. Play the UNDER.