ASK IRA: Are NBA Finals offering a lesson in depth to the Heat?

Q: Ira, you, and I think Pat Riley, have pointed to the dangers of trading depth in order to go for a whale. But look at the Celtics. Their bench has been terrible in these playoffs and they still are a win from the title. Forget about the role players, get Jimmy Butler some A-list assistance before it is too late. – Andres.

A: First, I’m not sure I have advocated depth over substance, but if you choose to include me in a group that includes Pat Riley, I’m also not going to fight the notion.