Chris Bosh (calf) is hoping to play on Christmas Day against the Cavaliers, Joseph Goodman of the Miami Herald reports.

Bosh (calf) is hoping to play on Christmas Day against the Cavaliers, Joseph Goodman of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis:

Bosh will miss his fifth straight game Sunday, and he's unlikely to play Tuesday against Philadelphia. While a Christmas return is Bosh's hope, he added that it's not a priority and he won't force his way back onto the court if he's not truly ready. In the meantime, Shawne Williams should continue to see increased run in Bosh's place.