Ask Ira: Are Nba Playoffs Showing Heat Need Some Type Of Offseason Offensive Intervention?

Q: Ira, watching the NBA playoffs has been eye-opening. The way the game is played today is different than five years ago, let alone decades ago.  It’s no longer just about the stars.  Look at Nikola Jovic’s stat line from Denver’s loss –  34 points, 19 rebounds, 7 assist and a plus/minus of -9.  He was really held in check by constant double teams by quicker, far more athletic players that forced him into turnovers.  It often looked like Minnesota had six-plus players on the court.  For the Heat, Pat Riley made mention of how whale hunting would reduce the Heat’s talent.