In a perfect world, black coaches wouldn’t need the support of white coaches, but Casey believes they make a difference. “We have a commissioner, Adam Silver, who allows us and encourages us to speak our minds,” Casey said. “I’m so proud of my colleagues. I love that Steve and Gregg and Quin have stepped up. I love what Ryan has said. I really wonder what Flip [Saunders] would think about what’s going on in Minneapolis.”