A: I'm assuming this is in regard to the Chicago Sun-Times story noting how the Bulls appear intent on emulating the Heat model, as they reshuffle their front office. Based on where the Bulls have been in recent years, amid their seemingly rudderless approach, the Heat model certainly would represent an upgrade. As it is, both franchises basically turned in 2010, when the Bulls wanted LeBron James, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade in free agency, and the Heat instead landed all three. Vice President of Basketball Operations Adam Simon certainly could be a starting point, with General Manager Andy Elisburg seemingly attached to Pat Riley. To that end, the Heat also have given Adam promotions seemingly every time he has drawn outside interest. While some have mentioned Shane Battier as a possible Chicago lure from the Heat, I'm not sure Shane has been immersed enough in the Heat front office at this stage to lead a franchise. Above all, if the Bulls truly want to emulate the Heat's culture, it has to be an ongoing and hands-off approach from ownership. And remember, the Bulls have consistently shied from the luxury tax, while the Heat have paid when it meant a difference in contention.