A: A couple of points here: First, with what has happened with Beno Udrih and his surgical foot, I think the Heat have to make the priority a point guard. For all Josh Richardson has been able to accomplish on the defensive end as a rookie, I'm not sure he has the handle to run a team from the point. I think that's why you saw Dwyane Wade assume even more of that role when Richardson was on the court against the Pacers. And putting even more on Dwyane's plate is not optimal at this stage. Second, the ability for the Heat to get roster candidates to defer on their decisions could come down to the Heat's ability to remain in the upper portion of the playoff bracket. In other words, a losing streak could change the minds of players who clearly would be signing for playoff eligibility and exposure. The best way for the Heat to maximize their options would be to continue winning.