ASK IRA: Is Heat’s best play with NBA draft to protect future flexibility by trading out?

Q: With the fifteenth pick in the upcoming draft, should the Heat be looking for a particular position player or the best available talent regardless of position? I’m sure the Heat scouts and brain trust are looking at players who they feel can fall to fifteen and undervalued by other teams. What are the chances of picking someone and then trading him for a predetermined return?  – Ronald, Margate.

A: I’m not sure I even would go that deep. If the Heat could draft for another team and instead add one or two future picks...