Q: Ira, Isaiah Stevens is presently the only true point guard on the roster. Can his two-way deal be converted to a standard contract? I’ve seen him play multiple times in the G League and, although he is small, he has some promise. – Bill, Palm Beach Gardens.

Miami Heat president Pat Riley has issued a defiant update on Jimmy Butler’s future at the franchise amid trade talk rumors.

The Heat have been dealing with trade rumors regarding star forward Jimmy Butler. The speculation has gotten serious enough that Miami president Pat Riley was forced to release a statement about the matter. Heading into this game, Butler was listed as ...