Heat's Chris Bosh: Hopeful to be back for training camp

The Heat are hopeful that Bosh (calf) will be available for the start of training camp, ESPN.com's Michael Wallace reports.

Analysis:

Both the Heat and Bosh have been mum on the forward's recovery from a recurrence of blood clots in his left calf, a condition that has ended both of his last two seasons prematurely. He had previously been taking blood thinners to address the clots, but it's not known if Bosh is still using the medication. There's still some fear from the Heat organization that doctors won't clear Bosh to play again, but his $23 million contract will be guaranteed entering the 2016-17 season regardless of his status. While a potential return could perhaps make Bosh more susceptible to another setback with the blood clots, his on-court production shouldn't suffer if he's able to play. He was in the midst of another excellent season prior to getting shut down shortly before the All-Star break, averaging 19.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.5 three-pointers per game while shooting 46.7 percent from the floor in 53 appearances.