The Knicks and Nets each have bigger concerns than their rivalry as they get ready to clash Tuesday night at Barclays Center.

For the red-hot Knicks, it’s to continue proving they’ve perhaps elevated to the group of NBA title contenders since they acquired OG Anunoby from the Raptors.

And if they’re not yet there, to find out how they can reach that level with the trade deadline looming in two weeks.

The Nets have much more modest goals these days.