News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned another efficient performance during Game 1 of Miami's first-round playoff series against the Bucks. Bosh finished with 15 points in the 110-87 win on 5 of 7 shooting from the field. He went 3 of 4 from behind the arc and also added seven rebounds, two blocks, two assists and one steal to his stat line, while logging 27 minutes of game action.
Analysis: While Bosh continues to take a backseat in the Heat's Big Three, he still averaged a productive 16.6 points and 6.8 rebounds on the year. While those numbers are way down from his career averages (19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds), he did connect on a career-best 53.5 percent shooting from the field. Bosh was still the 15th highest-scoring forward, in terms of Fantasy points, in standard formats this season, so owners should plan on scooping him up in the early rounds on Draft Day next fall.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was active for Wednesday's season finale against the Magic and was initially announced as a starter, but the team removed him from the lineup prior to tip. He has been dealing with a minor knee injury heading into the postseason, and the team is just trying to make sure he is 100 percent when the games matter again.
Analysis: Bosh continues to take a backseat in the Heat's Big 3, as he averaged just 16.6 points and 6.8 rebounds per game on the season. Those are solid numbers overall, but a bit of a disappointment for a player who has not averaged fewer than 18.0 points or 7.9 rebounds per game since 2004-05. He is more efficient than ever, shooting 53.5 percent from the field, so the reduction in scoring is largely the result of a career-low 33.2 minutes per game. Still, Bosh is consistent and dependable, and there is very little downside to targeting him in the early rounds on Draft Day next season.
News: The Miami Heat are resting star Big Three players forwards Chris Bosh (knee) and LeBron James (hamstring) and guard Dwyane Wade (knee) for Monday's game in Cleveland, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports. “These are all legitimate injuries,” coach Erik Spoelstra said. “Obviously, this is a special place for LeBron, but we’re focusing on being healthy for the playoffs.”
Analysis: Bosh scored 12 points and grabbed nine boards on Sunday against the Bulls and is not dealing with an injury at this time. He had missed some time last week due to an illness but is OK now. The Heat are just resting him with the playoffs looming and he may sit out the finale as well. Bosh has averaged 16.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game this season while shooting almost 54 percent from the field. He is a high-end Fantasy option in all leagues and formats.
News: As expected, Heat forward Chris Bosh was able to get back on the court for Friday's contest against the Celtics. Bosh, who had sat out the last three games with the flu and a knee injury, finished with 17 points in the 109-101 win. He went 6 of 10 from the field and also added seven rebounds and one assist to his stat line, while logging 25 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh looked pretty good in his return Friday night, but he likely will get another game or two off before the end the regular season. The 29-year-old has put together another productive season with the Heat as he entered his latest tilt averaging 16.7 points and 6.7 rebounds while shooting a career-best 53.2 percent from the field. Bosh can be considered a high-end option in all formats when healthy.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh is expected to return to the lineup for Friday's game against Boston after missing the past three outings with an illness and lingering knee injury, the team announced. Bosh has collected two of his 15 double-doubles this season against the Celtics.
Analysis: The Heat have not stressed about rushing their stars back into action as LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have also missed playing time with minor issues over the past couple weeks. While Bosh has improved his scoring recently, he has not posted double-digits in rebounds since March 6 against Orlando. Still, he can improve that total quickly and should continue to be considered a high-end Fantasy option when active.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Bucks due to an illness, according to the team's official website. Bosh, who is also nursing a knee injury, is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup at Washington.
Analysis: Bosh is dealing with the old flu-like symptoms on top of his knee issue and with the Heat playing in a back-to-back set, he likely will be held out Wednesday as well. The 29-year-old has enjoyed another productive season with the Heat and remains a solid starting option in all formats when healthy.
News: After missing just his fourth game of the season Saturday, Heat forward Chris Bosh (knee) is hoping to return to the lineup for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee, ESPN.com reports. Bosh sat out against Philadelphia with a hyperextended right knee after dealing with soreness in the area the previous few days.
Analysis: Like the Heat's other star players, Bosh is not expected be rushed back to action in order to fine-tune for the playoffs, coach Erik Spoelstra indicated. With LeBron James and Dwyane Wade sidelined, Bosh has increased his scoring output and poured in 20-plus points during three of his past five games while averaging 19.0 points in that span. Fantasy owners should monitor his status as he remains a solid start in all formats when healthy.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh will miss just his fourth game of the season Saturday against the 76ers, as he deals with soreness in his right knee. This will be Bosh's first missed game since the beginning of February.
Analysis: Bosh has been taking on a bigger role in recent games with the Heat's other stars taking time off, but now it is his turn to get some rest. There is little reason to think Bosh's injury is serious, but the Heat will likely try to find time off for him with just a few games remaining in the season. He remains a solid starting option in most formats, when healthy.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh scored a 23 points, including the game-winning 3-pointer, during Sunday's contest against the Spurs. With LeBron James and Dwyane Wade both nursing minor injuries, Bosh was forced take on most of the scoring role for the Heat. He went 9 of 15 from the field in the 88-86 win, including 3 of 5 from downtown, and also added three assists and two blocks to his stat line, while logging 37 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh is the forgotten member of Miami's Big Three as he obviously is third on the pecking order behind LeBron and Wade. While Bosh's numbers have taken a hit this year, he has still been more than a production Fantasy option. The 29-year-old entered Sunday's tilt averaging 16.5 points -- his second lowest scoring of his career - as well as a career-worst 6.74 rebounds. However, he is swatting 1.4 shots per game while shooting a career-best 53 percent from the field. Bosh is currently the 22nd highest scoring forward, in terms of Fantasy points, in all CBSSports.com standard formats so leave him active in all formats over the final few scoring periods of the season.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh will look to help the Heat to extend their current winning streak to 24 games Wednesday night in Cleveland. Bosh, who has played in 21 of the 23 games during the NBA's second-longest win streak ever, has played fairly well over the course of the streak. He's averaged 16.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.3 blocks and is shooting over 55 percent from the field over that stretch.
Analysis: Bosh has some big nights for the Heat but usually takes a back seat behind LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. His numbers over the streak are consistent with what he's done all season and he remains a solid start in Fantasy across the board.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned in a solid scoring performance but was unable to make his presence felt on the boards Tuesday night against the Hawks. Bosh went 6 of 12 shooting from the field, including 0 of 1 from downtown, and 2 of 2 from the charity stripe. He finished with 14 points and three rebounds in a 98-81 victory. He also chipped in with two blocks and an assist while logging 24 minutes of game action.
Analysis: With the game already out of hand, coach Erik Spoelstra sat Bosh in the fourth quarter, which explains why he was held under five rebounds for the third consecutive game. Bosh has had a disappointing second half of the season, averaging just 13.7 points and 5.0 rebounds per game, which is far off from his seasonal average of 16.9 points and 7.0 rebounds. Being the third option on most nights, Bosh tends to go through stretches like this, so Fantasy owners should not be too concerned. For now, consider the 28-year-old solid starting option in all formats as he continues to work his way back from a slump.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had another subpar performance Friday against the Grizzlies, as he struggled with their large front line. Bosh needed 12 field-goal attempts to score 13 points, as he went 6 of 12 from the field and 1 of 2 at the free-throw line. He also snagged just six rebounds in 33 minutes, while turning the ball over three times in a 98-91 win.
Analysis: Bosh is stuck in one of his worst stretches of the season, as he is averaging just 11.0 points and 5.0 rebounds per game over the last six. He is shooting just 42.8 percent from the field during that stretch, while getting to the free-throw line just 15 times total. Being the third option on most nights, Bosh tends to go through stretches like this, so Fantasy owners should not be too concerned. It is frustrating to have one of your best players playing like this, but he should snap out of his before long. Fantasy owners should leave Bosh active in all formats, despite his cold stretch.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had his second quiet game in a row Thursday against the Bulls, as he scored just 12 points in the second game back from the All-Star break. Bosh shot 5 of 9 from the field in 32 minutes, while grabbing just four rebounds. He added three steals and no assists, while turning the ball over three times in an 86-67 loss. Bosh has now scored just 18 points on 19 field-goal attempts since the break.
Analysis: Bosh played in the All-Star game Sunday, but there is little reason to think he is dealing with any fatigue, as he had not played since Thursday prior to that. He entered the break with three double-doubles in a row, so we should just chalk this up to a mini cold spell. Fantasy owners want to see Bosh turn it around, and he almost certainly will do so shortly. He remains a high-end Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh enjoyed arguably his best performance of the season Tuesday night against the Trail Blazers. Bosh went 7 of 10 shooting with 16 points and five rebounds in the first half and did not miss a shot the rest of the way. He converted his next six shots and finished with 32 points and 11 rebounds in a 117-104 victory. He went 13 of 16 shooting from the field, including 0 of 1 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 6 of 6 from the free throw line. He also chipped in with two steals while logging 32 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh enjoyed another dominant performance against the Trail Blazers Tuesday night. He lit them up for 29 points in their previous meeting on Jan. 10. The 28-year-old has been quietly playing well as of late and is averaging 23.8 points and 7.8 rebounds over his last four games. He is also shooting 63.7 percent from the field over that four-game stretch. Bosh sat out two games last week with the flu and seems to be back at 100 percent, so consider him a solid start in all Fantasy formats moving forward.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh was able to return to action Sunday against the Lakers after missing two games due to flu symptoms. Coach Erik Spoelstra said Bosh was ready to return and the forward saw 34 minutes. He scored 12 points with 11 rebounds for the double-double. Bosh went 6 of 13 from the field and added a block and two steals.
Analysis: Bosh is healthy again after the flu ravaged the Miami clubhouse. Bosh was playing extremely well prior to sitting out and should pick up where he left off. When healthy Bosh remains a solid start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh will sit out his second game in row Friday night against the Clippers as he continues to deal with the flu. Bosh is listed as day to day.
Analysis: It seems as if the flu is spreading around Miami's locker room as Ray Allen will be held out and Dwyane Wade will give it a go Friday night against the Clippers. Bosh has now missed two of the first three games in Week 15 (Feb. 4-10) and may return Sunday at home against the Lakers. We'll continue to keep an eye on his status moving forward. Bosh is shooting 62.1 percent (23 for 37) and averaging 25.5 points per game in his last two games. he is enjoying another solid season and should be kept reserved in all Fantasy formats until he is able to return to action.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was scratched from Wednesday's lineup vs. Houston after being considered a game-time decision because of an illness. He is listed as day to day.
Analysis: The Heat play two more times during Fantasy Week 15 (Feb. 4-10), so Bosh should be back in the lineup by the end of the scoring period. Bosh has made at least 11 baskets in two straight games. He is shooting 62.1 percent (23 for 37) and averaging 25.5 points per game in his last two games. Bosh is having another strong campaign and remains a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh is considered a game-time decision Wednesday vs. Houston because of an illness.
Analysis: Bosh has been heating up on the court lately and now apparently he is literally heating up. It doesn't sound like a major concern, but there's a chance Bosh might have to miss a game. Bosh has made at least 11 baskets in two straight games. He is shooting 62.1 percent (23 for 37) and averaging 25.5 points per game in his last two games. Bosh is having another strong campaign and remains a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh remained undefeated with the Heat against his former team on Sunday with a win in Toronto. Bosh had a huge game for the Heat as he finished second on the team behind LeBron James with 28 points. Bosh went 12 of 19 from the field over 34 minutes and even hit a 3-pointer. He grabbed five rebounds and added a block.
Analysis: Bosh punished his ex-mates on Sunday and has every time he's faced the Raptors since coming to Miami. Bosh vowed to keep playing at this level going forward and for some reason we have to believe him. He's averaging 17.4 points, 6.8 rebounds and shooting 55 percent from the field over his last five games. He can be active in all Fantasy leagues and formats.
News: As expected, Heat forward Chris Bosh was able to play through a toe injury during Wednesday's contest against the Nets. Bosh, who was being considered probable entering the game, finished with 16 points in the 105-85 win. He made seven of his 14 field-goal attempts and also added four rebounds to his stat line, while logging 36 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has been dealing with a sore toe for a few days know, but he has yet to miss a game due to his most recent ailment. While Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his status moving forward, Bosh is not expected to miss any time moving forward. Despite being the center of constant criticism from analyst and Fantasy owners, Bosh entered Tuesday's contest averaging 17.2 points and 7.4 rebounds on the year while shooting a career-best 54.3 percent from the field. As long as he remains on the court, Bosh should continue to be viewed as a high-end option in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh, who missed practice Tuesday with a sore left foot, went through shootaround Wednesday and is expected to play Wednesday at Brooklyn.
Analysis: It doesn't appear as though Bosh is dealing with anything major, so there should be little concern for Fantasy owners. What is of bigger concern is Bosh's declining scoring rate. Since averaging a season-high 20.2 points per game in November, Bosh's scoring is down for a second straight month. He is averaging a season-low 15.2 points per game. It's still decent output from a Fantasy perspective, but it's still something to keep tabs on. Despite the scoring dip, Bosh remains a viable Fantasy start in all formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh missed practice Tuesday with a sore left foot, but he is considered probable for Wednesday's game at Brooklyn.
Analysis: It doesn't appear as though Bosh is dealing with anything major, so there should be little concern for Fantasy owners. What is of bigger concern is Bosh's declining scoring rate. Since averaging a season-high 20.2 points per game in November, Bosh's scoring is down for a second straight month. He is averaging a season-low 15.2 points per game. It's still decent output from a Fantasy perspective, but it's still something to keep tabs on. Despite the scoring dip, Bosh remains a viable Fantasy start in all formats.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh posted a monster double-double during a double-overtime defeat in Boston Sunday. Facing the Celtics with Rajon Rondo likely done for the season, Bosh scored 16 points and grabbed 16 rebounds in the loss. Bosh went 7 of 12 from the field in the game over 46 minutes. He added a block.
Analysis: Bosh has recently disclosed that he believes himself to be a future Hall of Famer. We're not really sure about all that, but he remains a solid Fantasy contributor in all leagues and formats. Bosh is averaging over 17 points and seven boards per game this season with 1.4 blocks.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh notched his 10th double-double of the season during Miami's overtime win over the Raptors Wednesday night. Bosh finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds in the 126-113 win on 3 of 7 shooting from the field. He made just six of his 12 free-throw attempts but did added one block and an assist to his stat line, while logging 41 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has been getting hammered by coach's, fans and Fantasy owners about his lack of rebounding and most had a point. The 28-year-old has averaged nine rebounds throughout his career, but was pulling down an average of just 4.8 over his previous 10 games. The Heat are going to need Bosh to get better on the boards if they are going to repeat and hopefully his latest performance can spring him back on track. Despite his lack of rebounds, Bosh was averaging 19.7 points on 49.5 percent shooting from the field entering his latest contest, so continue to roll with him as a high-end option in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had his second poor performance in a row Thursday against the Lakers, as he failed to reach double figures in scoring for just the third time all season. Bosh shot 3 of 10 from the field to finish with a season-low seven points in 35 minutes. He added six rebounds and a pair of assists, while snagging six steals, in a 99-90 win.
Analysis: Bosh is shooting just 8 of 24 over the last two games, scoring 18 points in that span. Once you step back and look at the big picture, his struggles do not look too bad, as Bosh was shooting 58.0 percent from the field in his previous 10 games, while averaging 18.5 points per game. Bosh’s production is down a bit this season, with just 17.8 points and 7.1 rebounds per game, the lowest total of his career. Still, those numbers are fine for most players, and still make him a high-end Fantasy option in all formats, despite the poor performances.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had another subpar rebounding performance Thursday against the Trail Blazers, but he made up for that in other ways. Bosh had just four rebounds in 39 minutes, but added a team-high 29 points on 13 of 18 shooting. He blocked four shots and had a pair of steals, in a 92-90 loss.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging just 5.4 rebounds per game over the last five, and has just one double-digit rebounding game in the last 10. His per-game average has fallen to 7.6 per game, the lowest of his career since he was a rookie. Bosh is not being aggressive on the boards, but he is still scoring 18.1 points per game on 55.6 percent shooting, so Fantasy owners cannot complain too much about the overall production. Bosh has also surpassed his blocked shot total from a year ago in 34 fewer games, and he is averaging a career-high 1.5 per game. He remains a high-end Fantasy option in all formats, despite his disappearance on the glass.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned in another pedestrian performance on the glass during Tuesday's contest against the Pacers. Bosh pulled down just five rebounds in the 87-77 defeat, which marked the fifth straight game he has failed to register a double-digit rebounding total. He finished with 14 points in the loss on 5 of 10 shooting from the field and also added three assists, two blocks and a steal to his stat line, while logging 36 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh is having his worst rebounding season since joining the Heat back in 2010 as he entered Tuesday contest averaging 7.6 boards per game -- which is the second lowest output of his career. He has only posted double-digit rebounds in two of his last 13 games but is still putting up 16.9 points over that stretch. Despite Bosh's poor rebounding numbers, he is averaging 17.8 points on 55 percent shooting from the field and should remain active in the majority of formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned in another solid, well-balanced performance during Friday's contest against the Bulls. Bosh scored 14 points on 5 of 12 shooting from the field, grabbed five rebounds and dished out five assists in a 96-89 defeat. He knocked down all four of his free throw attempts and chipped in with two blocks and a steal while logging 38 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has failed to pick up more than five rebounds in a game since grabbing 16 boards Dec. 29 against Milwaukee. Since that game, Bosh has averaged 17.7 points and 4.3 rebounds per game over his last three contests. Still, we expect the 28-year-old to pick up the pace and crash the boards a little more moving forward. He has averaged 17.8 points on 55.3 percent shooting from the field and 7.6 rebounds per night and remains a solid starting option in all Fantasy formats heading into Week 11 (Jan. 7-13).
News: Heat power forward Chris Bosh topped 20 points on Monday in an overtime win at Orlando. Bosh shot 10 of 15 from the field to score 22 points as he also grabbed four rebounds and had a steal and an assist in the game.
Analysis: Bosh wasn't big on the boards Monday but grabbed 16 rebounds on Saturday against Milwaukee. It can sometimes depend on the matchup, but Bosh grabs eight boards per game and that is enough to go with his 18 points and a block-plus. Bosh remains a solid start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was able to play through an eye injury in Wednesday's contest against the Bobcats. Bosh, who was poked in the eye during Miami's win over the Thunder Tuesday night, finished with 14 points on 6 of 12 shooting from the field in the 105-92 win. He made his lone 3-point attempt and also added three bounds, one assist and one steal to his stat line while logging 30 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh was able to play through his eye issue against Charlotte and should be fine moving forward. The 28-year-old has been a little beat up of late but has still managed to put up 15.5 points over his last four games. While his rebounding has been a bit down of late, Bosh is still averaging 7.9 boards on the season to go along with his 17.9 points on 54.8 percent shooting from the field. Leave him active in all formats moving forward.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh returned for the Christmas matchup against Oklahoma City Tuesday. Bosh returned from missing a game due to illness and appeared to be healthy with his 16 points and six rebounds. Bosh played 31 minutes in the win over the Thunder as he went 6 for 11 from the field. He added two assists. Bosh did apparently suffer an eye injury late in the game after he was poked by guard Russell Westbrook. The Miami Herald reports his eye turned green after the game. That said, the injury is not considered serious.
Analysis: Bosh just got over his illness and was poked in the eye. We don't believe that issue will stop him from playing going forward, but you just never know. The power forward hasn't scored over 20 points in a while but continues to play at a high level for Fantasy owners. Owners know what they are getting out of him at this point with Miami. He'll give you solid scoring and rebounding but not at an elite level. He goes off, at times, but is mostly just a solid option across the board.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh is expected to play on Christmas against Oklahoma City, reports the Oklahoman Monday. Bosh missed Saturday's game against Utah due to an illness, but has returned to health.
Analysis: Bosh continues to put up solid production for the Heat. He's can be a nightly double-double when on his game and he's always got great play around him. Healthy again, owners should have him active across the board.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh and center Josh Harrellson missed Saturday's game against Utah due to flu-like symptoms. Both missed the team's shoot-around.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't had a double-double in the last three games but continues to put up solid averages across the board. He adds a block per game and remains a worthy Fantasy option in all leagues and formats, when healthy.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh is feeling under the weather and is a game-time decision for Saturday against Utah, reports the team's play-by-play announcer.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't had a double-double in the last three games but continues to put up solid averages across the board. He adds a block per game and remains a worthy Fantasy option in all leagues and formats, when healthy.
News: Heat power forward Chris Bosh turned in another well-balanced performance during Thursday's contest against the Mavericks. Bosh shot the ball well as he scored 17 points, grabbed seven rebounds and dished out four assists in a 110-95 victory. He went 8 of 14 shooting from the field, missing his only attempt from downtown, and converting his only free throw on the night. He also chipped in with three steals and a block in 35 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has dished out four assists or more in just two games this season and has been fairly productive as of late. He has averaged 15.5 points and 7.8 rebounds over his last eight games, which is right around his seasonal average. He is shooting 54.8 percent from the field this season and should be viewed as a quality option in all Fantasy formats moving forward.
News: Heat power forward Chris Bosh dropped a double-double on the Hawks on Monday night as Miami beat Atlanta at home. Bosh scored 14 points and grabbed 10 rebounds over 32 minutes on the floor. The power forward shot 6 of 11 from the field and added two assists and a steal but went just 2 of 6 from the line.
Analysis: Bosh has only scored 20 or more points once in his last five games as he is averaging 13.4 PPG over that span. That is a far cry from his season average of 18.6 per game, but Bosh is still rebounding and blocking shots. He could stand to shoot a better percentage, but remains a solid option in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh registered his sixth double-double of the season in Tuesday's contest against the Wizards. Bosh finished with 20 points and 12 rebounds in the 105-101 defeat on 8 of 11 shooting from the field, which marked the seventh time this season he has made at least 60 percent of his field-goal attempts. He also added four assists to his stat line while logging 36 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh really struggled his last time on floor so it was nice to see him bounce back with a solid performance Tuesday night. While it came in a very humbling loss for the Heat, Bosh has been quietly much more productive in his third season in Miami. He is shooting a career-best 55 percent from the field thus far while attempting just 12.6 field-goal attempts per game, which is a career-low for the 28-year-old. While Bosh doesn't get the all the accolades that LeBron James and Dwyane Wade rack up, Bosh has been just as productive in Fantasy this season. Leave him active in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh brought in his second double-double in three games Thursday, in a 105-100 win over a short-handed Spurs team. Bosh scored 18 points on 8 of 14 shooting, while grabbing 12 rebounds in 27 minutes. He added a blocked shot and an assists, while going 2 for 2 from the free-throw line.
Analysis: Bosh has been red hot this season, upping his scoring to 20.2 points per game despite taking just 12.9 shots per game. He has not taken that few shots since 2004-05, his second season in the league. He is getting to the line as often as he used to when he was the star in Toronto, and he has also shot 56.0 percent from the field through the first 14 games. Bosh’s rebounding has improved to 8.4 per game as well, his best mark since joining Miami. Bosh is playing some of the best ball of his career, so Fantasy owners should continue to consider him a high-end option.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned in another monster game against the Bucks Wednesday night. Bosh scored 24 points and hauled in 18 rebounds in a 113-106 overtime victory. He went 9 of 14 shooting from the floor, including 1 of 2 from beyond the arc, and 5 of 6 from the free throw line. He also added an assists, a steal and a block in 43 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has steeped up in a big way for Dwyane Wade and LeBron James this season, but has shown that he can hold his ground and turn in big games with both of them in the starting lineup this season. Bosh has picked up five 20-point performances in his last seven games and has registered four double-doubles this season. Bosh has averaged 19.4 and 9.8 rebounds in his last five games with at least nine rebounds in four of those games. Owners should continue to roll with Bosh as an elite Fantasy forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh continued to stay red-hot from the floor against the Suns Saturday night. With Dwyane Wade still out with a foot injury and LeBron James dealing with flu-like symptoms, Bosh picked up the slack and scored 24 points on 9 of 11 shooting in a 97-88 victory. He also added nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and a steal in 37 minutes of work. "I know that my role has changed a bit and I have to be a lot more aggressive so it's just a matter of making shots when I'm open," Bosh said after the game.
Analysis: Bosh has stepped up lately and has scored 20-plus points in four of his last six games, including 18 of 26 shooting without Wade on the court. He is also now eligible at center again after starting the first six games there thus far, which should give Fantasy owners another high-end option at a very thin position. Bosh has averaged 19.6 points and 7.3 rebounds per game and should be viewed as a must-start Fantasy option heading into Week 4 (Nov. 19-25).
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was able to re-discover his shooting touch in Friday's contest against the Hawks. Bosh, who went just 2 of 10 from the field in Miami's win over Brooklyn last Wednesday, connected on seven of his 13 shot attempts in the 95-89 win and finished with 24 points. He went a perfect 10 for 10 at the free-throw line and also added five rebounds, three steals, two assists and one block to his stat line while logging 38 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has gotten off to a very nice start for the Heat this season and his latest scoring performance has him averaging over 20 points per game this season (20.2). He is also now eligible at center again after starting the first six games there thus far, which should give Fantasy owners another high-end option at a very thin position. While Dwyane Wade and LeBron James get most of the glory and numbers for the Heat, Bosh has very quietly been a very productive option during his two-plus seasons in Miami. Leave him active in all formats heading into Fantasy Week 3 (Nov. 12-18).
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh went off for arguably his best performance in a Heat uniform during Saturday's contest against the Nuggets. Bosh exploded for 40 points and snatched seven rebounds in a 119-116 victory. He shot 15 of 22 from the field, including 1 of 3 from beyond the arc, and 9 of 10 free throws. Bosh chipped in with two assists and one steal in 39 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh did a phenomenal job getting to the free throw line and was as effective as can be from the floor. He had his first 40-point performance since April of 2010 when he was with the Raptors. He showed a bit of his range as he was able to knock down his first three-pointer of the season. With the Heat going with a smaller lineup this season, the 28-year-old should see plenty of starts at center and will likely gain eligibility there in certain formats. Fantasy owners should continue to keep Bosh active in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had a productive start to the season on Tuesday night against the Celtics. He scored 19 points and hauled in 10 rebounds, posting his first double-double of the 2012-13 campaign in the 120-107 win. He shot 8 for 15 from the floor and made 3 of 4 free throws while playing 37 minutes. Bosh also had three blocks and an assist in the victory.
Analysis: Bosh has seen his scoring a rebounding take a hit in his first two seasons with the Heat but continues to be one of the more productive forwards in Fantasy. The 28-year-old seems to be over the strained abdominal muscle that cost him time in the playoffs last season. With Miami going with a smaller unit this season, he should see plenty of starts at center and will gain eligibility there in certain formats. Bosh sometimes is forgotten among the Big 3 but remains a must-start option in Fantasy.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh joined his Miami teammate Dwyane Wade in opting out of participation in the upcoming Summer Olympics, as he hopes to spend the summer resting and recovering from the strained abdominal muscle that cost him nine games in the playoffs. "This injury was a pretty serious one," Bosh's agent Henry Thomas said. "He was able to come back and play under the circumstances because he was trying to contribute to them winning a championship. There's still pain. There's still discomfort. And the real concern is if he doesn't rest and do the rehab associated with the injury, this could become sort of a chronic thing for him."
Analysis: This is probably for the best, as Bosh returned pretty quickly from the injury and did not look like himself throughout the Heat's championship run. He is expected to be fully healthy for training camp in October, and this move is simply a precautionary move to avoid a setback over the summer. Bosh is coming off a season in which he averaged 18.0 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, and should be taken in the first few rounds as a high-end Fantasy forward in all on Draft Day.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh returned to the floor on Tuesday for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Celtics, playing 14 minutes off the bench after missing the previous nine games with an abdominal strain. Bosh played just 14 minutes in the game, scoring nine points on 3 of 8 shooting while collecting seven rebounds. He did not play in the fourth quarter and played just three minutes overall in the second half, as the Heat fell, 94-90.
Analysis: The Heat clearly could have used Bosh more in the game, however coach Erick Spoelstra told reporters after the game that he did not think it was fair to put Bosh in during an intense fourth quarter after missing almost three weeks. That makes sense, and we expected Bosh to start getting more run moving forward. He showed some rust, especially on defense, but he made it through the game without any setbacks. He should be playing more minutes in the next game and on, if the Heat get beyond that, so get him active in Fantasy postseason formats.
News: With the Eastern Conference Finals tied at two heading into Tuesday’s Game 5 in Miami, the Heat are expected to have injured forward Chris Bosh back in the lineup, according to ESPN.com. Bosh has missed nine games since suffering an abdominal strain during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals vs. Indiana, and has been rehabbing and working with the team in practice in recent days.
Analysis: The Heat have been a mess at times without their All-Star big man, with LeBron James being forced into more duty guarding players in the post. They will happily welcome Bosh back into the fold, and as long as there are no set backs, he is expected to be in the starting lineup moving forward. As long as he is healthy, Bosh should be starting in all Fantasy postseason formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh, who remains out indefinitely with an abdominal strain, was able to get in some light work in on the court on Sunday during practice, according to the Palm Beach Post. Bosh has already been ruled out for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday against Boston, however this is the first time he has been able to do any basketball-related activities, and is the first step to him returning to the court for the first time since Game 1 of the Heat's series victory of the Pacers in the semifinal round.
Analysis: The Post report does not seem optimistic about Bosh’s prospects for returning during the series against the Celtics, however no official determination has been made regarding that. He plans on resting on Monday before trying to get back on the floor on Tuesday, so his status moving forward will continue to be determined based on how he responds to increases in activity. Fantasy owners should continue to keep an eye on his status, as he is worth using in most postseason Fantasy formats when healthy.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh will be sidelined indefinitely because of a strained abdominal muscle, the team announced. An MRI exam performed Monday confirmed the diagnosis. Bosh suffered the injury late in the first half of the Heat's victory over Indiana on Sunday in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Game 2 is Tuesday. Bosh's minutes will likely be filled by Joel Anthony and Ronny Turiaf, both of whom played extended stretches Sunday after Bosh departed. "This season has to be extended for me to play," Bosh told The Miami Herald. Analysis: Heat coach Erik Spoelstra attempted to downplay the severity of the injury, but did not provide a timeline for Bosh's return. "We thought it could be a lot worse," he told reporters after the team's practice Monday. "We're not even going to speculate." Bosh, 28, averaged 18.0 points and 7.9 rebounds per game for Miami this season. He appeared in 57 of Miami's 66 regular-season games after dealing with minor issues. Fantasy owners should monitor his status during the rest of the playoffs as he is considered an early round option in 2012 drafts.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh was forced to exit Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal on Sunday against Indiana, after suffering an abdominal strain while dunking during the second quarter. He was unable to leave the floor on his own power and did not return to the game. He is schedule to have an MRI, the results of which should be known by Monday. He was on his way to a solid game, posting 13 points and five rebounds in just 16 minutes before suffering the injury.
Analysis: The injury did not look good for Bosh, as he fell to the floor immediately and did not look like he was able to stretch or stand up due to the injury. The MRI will reveal the extent of the injury, however it would be a surprise to see him return to the floor without missing at least some time. At this point, all we can do is wait until he is re-evaluated, and consider him questionable for Game 2 until that time. He is a high-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: According to ESPN.com, Miami forward Chris Bosh has missed the past four games due to muscle fatigue. Bosh, who is averaging 18 points and 7.9 rebounds per game this season, has not played since last Monday against New Jersey. He has missed seven games overall this year.
Analysis: With the Heat essentially locked into the No. 2 spot for the upcoming NBA playoffs, the team is trying to keep its key starters fresh. That could result in Bosh staying on the bench for Miami's remaining two games on Tuesday and Thursday. Bosh has logged more than 35 minutes per game this season, his second with the Heat. Fantasy owners should consider him a high-end option when active.
News: After missing Wednesday's game for rest, Heat forward Chris Bosh was expected to return to the floor on Thursday against the Bulls. However when gametime came, Bosh was listed as inactive. It is just the fourth game of the season that Bosh has not played in.
Analysis: While his rest on Wednesday was expected, this certainly came as a surprise, as Bosh has no specific injury that has been discussed. He was expected to come back on Thursday, which throws his status for the remainder of the season into question. Fantasy owners in daily formats will need to keep an eye on his status moving forward to determine when the Heat are looking to bring him back. He is a high-end Fantasy option when he plays.
News: With the season winding down and the Heat preparing for the playoffs, Miami has decided to give Chris Bosh a day off on Wednesday, sitting him against the Raptors. Bosh has missed just three games this season.
Analysis: This should not come as a major surprise to anyone, as the Heat have hinted that they will rest their starters down the stretch. Bosh has been rebounding the ball a little bit better recently, with back to back double-digit games, however Fantasy owners should have been preparing back up plans for this last week of the season anyways. He should be back the next time the Heat take the floor, but expect limited minutes from the big man moving forward. He should still be a high-end Fantasy option for the last few games of the season.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh registered 16 points and a game-high 14 rebounds during the Heat's 93-85 win over New York on Sunday. It was Bosh's 10th double-double of the season and first since Feb. 21 against Sacramento. In fact, it was just the 10th occasion this year that Bosh has topped double-digits in rebounds. The 28-year-old also contributed a block and an assist during 35 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Bosh entered the 2011-12 campaign having averaged 10-plus rebounds in two of his previous three seasons, but has struggled mightily to collect boards this year. His scoring is also down as he came into Sunday's game posting a clip of 17.9 points per game -- his lowest total since his second year in the NBA (16.8). Fantasy owners should continue to roll with Bosh in most formats, but his production has become sporadic.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh did not fare well on Sunday in a blowout loss at Boston. Bosh shot just 2 of 11 from the field to score four points in the game over 31 minutes. He grabbed 11 rebounds and added a block for the Heat in the ugly loss.
Analysis: Bosh took 18 shots and hit 11 of them in his previous game at Toronto as he scored 30 points with eight boards in that one. He was a different player on Sunday as he appeared hesitant at times as the Heat got worked by the Celtics. Bosh should bounce back, though, and remains a must-start Fantasy forward for use in all formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh had a tough time securing many rebounds during Monday night's contest against the Pacers. Bosh finished with just two boards in the 105-90 defeat to go along with 14 points on 4 of 11 shooting from the field. He went 6 of 11 from the free-throw line and also added one assist to his stat line, while logging 36 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh did not have one of his better games of the season on Monday night and has actually looked a bit out of sync lately. He has failed to score 20-plus points in each of his last three contests and is averaging 5.1 rebounds and 3.3 turnovers over that stretch. However, Bosh's track record suggests it should only be a matter or time before he is able to right the ship, so leave the 28-year-old active in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh, who had been mired in struggles recently, broke out early and often on Sunday against the Magic, as he put started the game 5 of 5 from the field and finished the first half with 18 points, his second highest total of the season. He slowed down more in the second half, giving way to Dwyane Wade to close the game out, however he still finished with 23 points on 9 of 13 shooting with seven rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes as the Heat defeated the Magic, 91-81.
Analysis: Bosh, who missed the first three games of the month, is down to just 14.5 points per game in the month of March, with just 5.5 rebounds per game. This has been one of the toughest months of his recent career, however Fantasy owners should, of course, realize that he is capable of bouncing back at any time, as he showed on Sunday. Bosh is too talented to consider benching, so continue to consider him a high-end Fantasy forward in all formats.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh had a solid game on Tuesday night as the Heat lost in overtime at Orlando. Bosh scored 23 points in the game on 9 of 14 shooting over 44 minutes. He grabbed eight rebounds and added two assists and one steal. Bosh did not block a shot in the game and turned the ball over three times.
Analysis: Bosh can be a little erratic with his scoring at times playing with Dwyane Wade and LeBron James. Still, the big man is averaging 16.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game over his last four and that comes with a block and solid percentages. Bosh is obviously still a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Miami power forward Chris Bosh was back in action on Tuesday night against the Nets. Bosh missed the previous three games while attending to a family issue. He returned for just 24 minutes as the Heat destroyed the Nets. Bosh scored 20 points as he went 9 of 14 from the field. He grabbed two rebounds and added a steal and an assist for the Heat.
Analysis: Miami lost two of the three games Bosh missed and he proved to be perhaps the most important player to the team. He returned on Tuesday and the Heat killed the Nets. Bosh is having a fine season and should remain active in all Fantasy formats.
News: The Associated Press reports that Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said Chris Bosh will return Tuesday night against the Nets after he missed the last three games due to a family issue. Spoelstra said Bosh "is fine ... it's good to have him back, no question." Bosh worked out at the arena Monday, the team's off day.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues can get Bosh back in the lineup, and he should post quality stats against the Nets. Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues when healthy and active, and hopefully his family issue is resolved.
News: The Miami Herald reports that Heat forward Chris Bosh will miss Sunday's game against the Lakers. Bosh has missed the last three games due to a family issue.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 18.4 points and 8.3 rebounds per game this season and holds plenty of Fantasy value. Owners should keep him reserved until he's ready to return. Keep tabs on his status heading into Week 11 (March 5-11), though he should return shortly for the Heat.
News: According to NBA.com, Miami coach Erik Spoelstra said he isn’t sure if forward Chris Bosh will be back for the Heat’s game against the Lakers on Sunday. “His family is the most important thing right now,” Spoelstra said. Bosh has already missed two games.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 18.4 points and 8.3 rebounds per game this season and holds plenty of Fantasy value. Owners should keep him reserved until he's ready to return. Keep tabs on his status heading into Week 11 (March 5-11) to see how long he'll be out for.
News: The Heat will be without forward Chris Bosh on Thursday against Portland and Friday against Utah because of a personal matter. Udonis Haslem is expected to start in Bosh's absence.
Analysis: Playing in the shadows of Dwyane Wade and LeBron James, Bosh is averaging 18.4 points and 8.3 rebounds per game in 2011-12. Bosh is also averaging 2.0 assists per game. He continues to be a premier power forward and must-start Fantasy option. The Heat play Sunday against the Lakers, so if Bosh returns for that game, then we will let you know.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh was able to get back on track during Tuesday night's contest against the Kings. Bosh notched his ninth double-double of the season in the 120-108 victory, finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds. He shot 7 of 14 from the field and also chipped in with one block and one steal, while logging 35 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh was finally able to knock down some shots on Tuesday night, which has not been easy for the 27-year-old of late. While he is shooting nearly 49 percent from the field on the season, he is shooting just 40 percent during the month of February. However, he is still averaging 13.8 points and 9.3 rebounds over the last 21 days and his track record suggests it should only be a matter of time before he snaps out of his slump. Hopefully his latest effort will be the start of that, so leave Bosh active in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh has been struggling with his shot in recent games, a trend that continued on Friday against the Cavs as he made just 8 of 21 shots for 16 points. Despite the struggles from the field, he has found other ways to help the Heat win, as he grabbed 12 rebounds while adding four assists and two steals in 33 minutes as the Heat beat the Cavaliers 111-87. The 21 field-goal attempts were his second-highest of the season, as the Heat kept him on the floor for most of the fourth quarter to try to get him going in a blow-out victory.
Analysis: Bosh is shooting just 40.1 percent from the field in February and has topped 50 percent in a game just twice in 10 games in that month, as he is clearly struggling to find his shot. He is scoring just 13.5 points per game in the month, however he has upped his rebounding to 9.3 per game and his assists to 2.5 per game in that stretch, so he’s finding ways to make up for the scoring deficiencies. Bosh is too talented to keep struggling so much with his shot, so Fantasy owners shouldn’t be afraid to keep rolling with him. Even with his struggles, he remains a high-end Fantasy forward, and he can only get better. Continue to consider him a No. 1 Fantasy forward.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh was able to notch his seventh double-double of the season during Friday night's contest against the Wizards. Bosh finished with 24 points and 11 rebounds in the 106-89 victory, on 10 of 18 shooting from the field. He went 4 of 5 from the charity stripe and also chipped in with three assists, one bock and a steal, while logging 34 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh has been slumping a bit lately, so it was nice to see him put together a solid effort on Friday night. The 27-year-old has been a bit more productive during his second year with Miami as both his shooting percentage and points total are up from last year's thus far. While Dwyane Wade and LeBron James may steal some of his thunder from time to time, Bosh's overall production remains consistent enough to consider him a No. 1 Fantasy F moving forward.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh turned in another underwhelming performance during Friday night's contest against the 76ers. Bosh finished with 12 points and five rebounds in the 99-79 victory, on 5 of 11 shooting from the field. He made both of his free-throw attempts and also chipped in with two assists, while logging 32 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Bosh really thrived when Dwyane Wade was sidelined with an ankle injury, but is slumping a bit lately. In the five games since wade returned, Bosh is averaging just 14 points and 7.6 rebounds, while shooting 40 percent from the field over that stretch. The 27-year has already proved he can be fairly productive playing alongside Wade and LeBron James, so he should be able to get himself back on track sooner rather than later. Fantasy owners continue to roll with Bosh in the majority of formats heading into Fantasy Week 7 (Feb. 6-12).
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh recorded a big double-double on Sunday in the Heat's win over the Bulls. Bosh played 37 minutes and went 8 of 14 from the field to score 24 points. He added 12 rebounds and a blocked shot in the victory. Bosh went 8 for 8 from the line and added a steal for the Heat in the win.
Analysis: Bosh has 21 rebounds in his last two games as he's averaging 8.0 per game over his last five. Bosh owners know he could be so much better without Dwyane Wade and LeBron James taking away points, but must be happy with the near double-double per game he's still averaging. Bosh remains a must-start Fantasy PF for use in all leagues and formats.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh notched his third 30-point performance of the season during Tuesday night's contest against the Cavaliers. Bosh scored a season-high 35 points in the 92-85 victory, on 10 of 16 shooting from the field. He made all 14 of his free-throw attempts and also chipped in with seven rebounds, two assists and a block, while logging 39 minutes of game action. : "People say don't fall in love with it, but it loves me, so I love it back," Bosh said referring to his long jump shots.
Analysis: Bosh has been on a scoring spree of late as he has really picked up his production with Dwyane wade out with his an ankle injury. The 27-year-old is averaging 26.6 points over his last five contests to go along with 7.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and a steal. While LeBron James and Wade continue to get all the credit down in Miami, Bosh has been quietly having a very productive season. He is averaging over 20 points per game and entered Tuesday night's contest as the 11th highest scoring forward, in terms of Fantasy points in all CBSSports.com standard formats. Leave Bosh active in all formats moving forward.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh entered Saturday's contest against Philadelphia needing 12 points to reach 12,000 for his career. He accomplished that feat and more scoring 30 points for the second time in three games. "We believe in our offense," Bosh said. "We feel that when we move the ball, when we get stops first and then we're out in the open court in transition and being aggressive, we feel that we cannot be stopped." He shot 11 for 19 form the floor, hitting one 3-pointer, and knocking down all seven of his freebies at the charity stripe. Bosh added seven rebounds, two blocks and five assists in the Heat's 113-92 win.
Analysis: When Bosh scores at least 20 points, the Heat are 7-0 this season. Over his last five games Bosh is averaging 21.6 points, 8.4 boards, 1.2 blocks and 2.8 assists per game. Bosh, Tim Duncan and Blake Griffin are the only three active players averaging 20 points and nine rebounds per game in their careers. The 27-year-old has looked much more comfortable in his role during his second year in Miami and should be viewed as a high-end forward option in all formats.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh registered his second 30-point performance of the season during Tuesday night against the Spurs. Bosh finished with 30 points in the 120-98 victory, on 14 of 22 shooting from the field. He went 2 for 4 at the charity stripe and also chipped in with eight rebounds, five assists and four steals, while logging 37 minutes of game action. Bosh is now averaging 19 points and 7.2 rebounds over his last five contests.
Analysis: Bosh struggled a bit on the Heat's recent three-game road trip, so it was nice to see him get back on track at home. The 27-year-old has looked much more comfortable in his role during his second year in Miami and was averaging just a hair under his career average of 20 points per game entering the contest. While he will be the third scoring option most nights behind Dwyane Wade and LeBron James, Bosh is still able to put up solid numbers most games. Consider him a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy F in the majority of formats moving forward.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh had a solid performance on Wednesday night against the Clippers in Los Angeles. Bosh recorded a double-double as he finished the overtime game with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Bosh hit a 3-pointer in the game as he shot 6 of 16 from the field overall. Bosh added a block for the Heat.
Analysis: Bosh still has his good games and mediocre ones as the third cog in the Miami triumvirate. Still, Fantasy owners know to keep him active at all times with his 20 points and eight boards per night. Plus, he also averages about a block and a steal per night with solid percentages.
News: Playing without fellow members of the Big Three triumvirate LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, Heat F Chris Bosh made the most of his rare opportunity to step into the spotlight, scoring 33 points with 14 rebounds and five assists in the Heat’s 116-109 triple-overtime victory over the Hawks on Thursday. He stepped up when Miami needed him most, too, hitting a last-second, game-tying three-pointer at the end of regulation to force the first overtime. "It was a lucky shot," Bosh said. For the first time since joining Miami last offseason, he attempted more than 24 shots from the field, making 14-of-27 with hitting all four of his free-throw attempts in the game. He also added two steals and two blocks for one of his best all-around performances since becoming a part of the Heat.
Analysis: Bosh has seen his value take a big hit since joining the Heat, as he’s become the third option in the offense. As a result, some people may have forgotten that he once was a go-to guy for a number of years with Toronto. This game should remind everyone of his considerable offensive talents. Obviously as soon as James and Wade return, Bosh will go back down to earth, but if either or both gets hurt again, his value would go up in a big way. Still, consider him a must-start Fantasy option at the forward spot.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh finally came alive for the Heat on Wednesday in a come-from-behind win over the Bobcats. Bosh finished second on the team in scoring with 25 points in the game over 39 minutes as he shot 8 of 13 from the field. Bosh also went 9 of 14 from the line as he grabbed six rebounds and blocked two shots in the closely-contested victory.
Analysis: Bosh got off to a slow start this season in his first two games as he combined to score 22 points in those contests. He really had his shot working on Wednesday, however, as he's shown improvement offensively in each contest. Bosh just needed to work the kinks out. From here on we expect him to play at a high level. Bosh is a must-start Fantasy PF for use in all leagues and formats.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh struggled in the season opener in Dallas on Sunday. That said, the Heat dominated the Mavericks 105-94 in the game. Bosh played 24 minutes and went 2 of 9 from the field to score four points. He added seven rebounds and added a block.
Analysis: Bosh will have plenty of bigger games ahead of him. That said, he was out-played by Udonis Haslem, who got 32 minutes on the floor. Bosh will have to pick it up, but we're not really worried. Fantasy owners can continue considering Bosh a must-start Fantasy PF.
News: Miami Heat F Chris Bosh says he has spent the offseason bulking up and is willing to play more center for the Heat if the situation calls for it in 2011. According to The Sun Sentinel writer Ira Winderman on Twitter, Bosh said he's "beyond fighting it." Putting Bosh at center allows the Heat to use either LeBron James or Udonis Haslem at power forward and gives the team more roster flexibility.
Analysis: According to 82games.com, which tracks how much time a player spends at a given position, the Heat used lineups with Bosh at center nine percent of the time last year, so it's not like Bosh was never used there. But it does sounds like he could see more time at center in traditional lineups and not just when the Heat go small to exploit certain matchups. Lining up at center could give Bosh more opportunities to play underneath the basket, grab rebounds, and work against slower opponents to get to the free throw line, so this could be a positive development for his Fantasy value. He's not a first-round player anymore because he shares so much of the scoring duty, but he's still worthy of an early -round selection on Draft Day and should be one of the top forwards in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports that Heat president Pat Riley said Tuesday that he likes the way forward Chris Bosh played in his first year in Miami. Bosh averaged 18.7 points, 8.3 rebounds and 0.6 blocks. "I thought he was the perfect player for us, all year," Riley said. "He was judged by what he didn't do every night." Riley expects Bosh to improve in 2011-12. "He's going to work on his body, wants to get bigger, I think," Riley said.
Analysis: If Bosh could add more weight and improve his post play then his game would improve as well. We expected Bosh's first year with the Heat to be an adjustment, and his stats were bound to decrease playing alongside Dwyane Wade and LeBron James. Still, Bosh was consistent throughout the year. And in the postseason, Bosh averaged 18.6 points and 8.5 rebounds in 21 games. We expect Bosh to play well again next season, and he should be considered a No. 1 Fantasy option. He's no longer a first-round pick, but he should be selected on Draft Day with an early-round selection since nearly 19 points and nine rebounds is hard to come by for most elite players.
News: On one hand, Chris Bosh's first season with the Heat was a success. He went farther in the postseason than ever before when he reached the NBA Finals before losing in six games to Dallas. But on the other hand, Bosh had a down year statistically. His career average of 20.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks dipped in 2010-11 to 18.7 points, 8.3 rebounds and 0.6 blocks. The only improvement he had statistically was his shooting since he shot 49.6 percent from the field and 81.5 percent from the line. That was better than his career averages of 49.3 percent from the field and 79.8 percent from the line.
Analysis: We expected Bosh's first year with the Heat to be an adjustment, and his stats were bound to decrease playing alongside Dwyane Wade and LeBron James. Still, Bosh was consistent throughout the year. And in the postseason, Bosh averaged 18.6 points and 8.5 rebounds in 21 games. We expect Bosh to play well again next season, and he should be considered a No. 1 Fantasy option. He's no longer a first-round pick, but he should be selected on Draft Day with an early-round selection since nearly 19 points and nine rebounds is hard to come by for most elite players.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh told the National Post that Miami's Big Three will play in Wednesday's season finale against the Raptors. However, the South Florida Sun Sentinel reported earlier the team was thinking resting their three superstars. The Heat have already wrapped up the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Bosh is averaging 18.7 points and 8.3 rebounds in 77 games this season.
Analysis: Now there seem to conflicting reports about who exactly will be playing in Wednesday's season finale against the Raptors. Bosh, who was one of three Heat players to take part in Tuesday's optional team workout, eluded to the fact Miami's Big Three will play, although he didn't say for how long. Even if they do, their minutes will most likely be limited. Fantasy owners in daily formats will have to monitor Bosh's status leading up to tip-off. He can be considered a must-start Fantasy option in most formats, when healthy.
News: The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that the Heat could rest forward LeBron James, guard Dwyane Wade and forward Chris Bosh for Wednesday's season finale at Toronto. The Heat have already wrapped up the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. James already has made his feelings known on time off in Toronto. “I could use it,” he said, “I definitely could use it.”
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution in case Bosh is out against the Raptors. He would be a must-start option even in reduced minutes if he's in the starting lineup, but we assume the Heat will sit Bosh for the season finale. He should be a great option for all owners in Fantasy postseason leagues.
News: Heat players LeBron James, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade did something that hasn't been in over 50 years during Sunday's 125-119 win over the Rockets. Each of them had 30-10 nights, which is the first time since February 1961 that three teammates finished with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds in a non-overtime game. "One of the things we talked about when we came together was making history," Bosh said. The All-Star forward finished with 31 points in the contest on 11 of 21 shooting from the field. He went 9 of 10 from the charity stripe and also chipped in with 12 rebounds, and three assists while logging 38 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh, Wade and James have seem to finally be hitting their stride and have the Heat playing some of their best basketball of the season. While more wins were expected the longer the Big Three played together, Bosh seems to be the one who has taken his game to another level. The 27-year-old is averaging 22.4 points and 10.2 rebounds since he demanded the ball more and the Heat have gone 8-1 over that stretch. Fantasy owners should continue to roll with Bosh in all formats heading into Fantasy Week 23 (March 28-April 3). The Heat are slated to play four times during the upcoming scoring period.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh finished with his fifth straight double-double, 18 points and 11 rebounds, on Saturday night against Denver. This was the first time this season that Bosh has been able to stretch five solid games together for double-doubles. Bosh shot 4 for 9 from the floor, but converted 10 of his 11 foul shots. He also finished with six assists for the Heat as they held off the Nuggets for their fifth straight win -- 103-98. "A lot of ups and downs, but I think it's been good for this team," Bosh said. "After the smoke cleared, I think we're better."
Analysis: Bosh is playing well at the right time of the year for the Heat and Fantasy owners. He's averaging 20.8 points, 10.8 boards and 2.8 assists over his last five contests. He's also shooting 85.1 percent at the charity stripe and 52.5 percent from the field. While Bosh is grabbing boards and getting to the foul line, he's playing like the player Miami thought they were getting in the offseason; and Fantasy owners thought they were selecting in the early rounds on Draft Day. Owners should keep him active in all formats as Bosh is finally playing like a must-start option.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh continued his resurgent play during Monday 110-80 win over the Spurs. Bosh scored 30 points in the contest on 10 of 16 shooting from the field. He went a perfect 10 of 10 at the charity stripe and also chipped in with 12 rebounds, two steals and an assist while logging 36 minutes. "It's huge for us, really, just getting even with this team," Bosh said. "They beat us pretty good and I'm happy that we were able to respond by playing a complete game tonight. But at the same time, it is just one game."
Analysis: Bosh has really stepped up his game over the past few games and is averaging 24 points and 10 rebounds in the three games since he stated he wants the ball down in the block. The question now will be can Bosh continue to produce like this night-in and night-out, which has something he has struggled to do this season. Still, he has manged to put up pretty decent numbers this season and should remain active in all formats at this point of the season.
News: After calling for the ball in the post more after a 7-point performance Tuesday against the Blazers, Heat forward Chris Bosh got his wish Thursday against the Lakers in a statement game. "We had everything riding on this game, really, to be honest with you," Bosh said. In a back-and-fourth battle with Pau Gasol throughout the night, Bosh paced the scoring in the first half with 16 points. He finished the night with 24 points on 10 of 17 shooting, and went 4 of 6 from the line. Bosh was strong on the glass as well, pulling down 9 rebounds in 35 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Bosh vowed to be more aggressive once he got the ball in the post as he requested, and he held up his end of the bargain during the pivotal heat win. He was especially assertive in the first half, scoring inside on fade-away jumpers, dribble-drives and on a few offensive put-backs. The All-Star carried the Heat into the half with a 2-point advantage despite the offensive struggles of Dwyane Wade and LeBron James. He was passionate on both ends of the floor, although Gasol had some easier buckets when he put the ball on the floor. Fantasy owners should know that Bosh averages 18 points per game this season in three games following a single-digit scoring performance this season. He always seems to bounce back from rare sub-par efforts, just another reason Bosh remains a quality option in all Fantasy formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh said after practice Wednesday that he needs to be more aggressive in asking for the ball. On Tuesday against Portland, Bosh was held to seven points and four rebounds in 40 minutes, and he expressed frustration about not getting the ball more in the post. "I just need to be down there," Bosh said. "I just need to be more aggressive."
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 16.0 points and 8.0 rebounds in his past five games, and he needs to play better to help Fantasy owners. Keep him active in all leagues, and hopefully he'll do what he says and start to be more aggressive and play in the post.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh shot 9 of 14 from the field in Sunday's game against the Bulls, scoring 23 points. He added five rebounds and two assists with a block and a steal. It was only his second 20-point effort in his last six games.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 17.6 points and 8.8 rebounds over his last five games. His numbers tend to jump from one game to the next, but it all averages out to about 18-and-8 in the end. Continue to trust him as a solid No. 2 forward in most formats.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh has seemed to regain his shooting stroke. After posting a 1 for 18 performance against Chicago last week, Bosh was able to find his shooting touch in Sunday's 91-86 loss to the Knicks. Bosh scored 20 points in the defeat on 8 of 15 shooting from the field. He also grabbed 12 rebounds in the contest to go along with three assists, two steals and a block while logging 41 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh has scored 15 and 20 points in the two following his dreadful shooting night in Chi-town and played well against the Knicks. While his numbers have taken the biggest hit out of Miami's Big Three, Bosh is still putting up good numbers. He is averaging 17.8 points and 8.8 rebounds over his last five contests and should remain active in all formats heading into Fantasy Week 19 (Feb. 28-March 6).
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh made some history on Thursday night, but probably not for the reason he'd like to be remembered. He went 1 for 18 from the field (.056 percent), one of the worst shooting lines in NBA history. Bosh would make 5 of his 6 foul shots, finishing with seven points. This was the first game since opening night that Bosh didn't manage to score in double figures. He added nine rebounds, an assist and a block in his 42 minutes of action. His struggles would put too much of a burden on his teammates as the Heat lost to the Bulls, 93-89. "It makes it frustrating just knowing that if I would have made two or three of them in a close game like that it would have made a difference," Bosh said.
Analysis: Bosh had a very forgettable night on Thursday. This effort followed a 22-point outing right out of the All-Star break on Tuesday. His poor scoring output ends his 20-point performances at four games. He's averaging 18.2 points, 7.5 boards and 1.8 assists over his last five outings, but definitely hurt Fantasy owners on Thursday. He should be able to bounce back, so hopefully these types of performances are over. Bosh should be viewed as a solid forward option in all Fantasy formats as the season continues.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh, fresh off his outstanding performance in the All-Star Game, dropped 22 points in an easy win over the Kings on Tuesday night. Bosh played 35 minutes and went 8 for 14 from the field. He grabbed nine rebounds, added a block and even stole four balls in the game. The Heat were a team-high plus-24 with Bosh on the floor.
Analysis: Bosh has topped 20 points in four straight games and is averaging 18.5 per game on the year with 8.1 rebounds. He remains a solid Fantasy option through thick and thin.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh registered 25 points and six rebounds to lead the Heat to a 103-95 victory Wednesday night in his first game at Toronto since departing in the offseason. Bosh, who starred with the Raptors for seven seasons before bolting to Miami last offseason, sank 7 of 16 from the field. He also netted 11 of 12 from the free-throw line -- the fourth time this season he has made more than 10 shots from the charity stripe. Bosh has not topped 20 points in his last three games and is averaging 23.6 points in that span. "It's a sarcastic one to all the naysayers and it's real to all the good supporters," Bosh said after he blew kisses to the crowd as he walked off the floor to a mixture of cheers and boos. "People are going to take it the way they want to. The most important thing is the win tonight. We wanted to keep our momentum going."
Analysis: Facing a raucous crowd, Bosh had a triumphant return to Toronto in his first game at Air Canada Center since joining LeBron James and Dwyane Wade in Miami. Bosh was booed from the moment he took the floor for pregame warmups, even when he was shown on the video screen during the American national anthem. It didn't seem to matter as The Big 3 combined for 76 points as the Heat won for the 10th time in the last 11 games. "We wanted to be there for him as a brother and a teammate," James said. Bosh enters enters the All-star break with two double-doubles in his last four games and should remain active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh picked up his second double-double in as many games Sunday when he finished with team highs in points (24) and rebounds (10) against the Celtics.
Analysis: Bosh was very efficient on Sunday, making eight of his 11 shots, and has now shot over 50 percent in three of his last four contests. He's clearly getting closer to full health after his recent ankle injury and remains worth starting in all Fantasy formats.
News: For the first time since he returned from an ankle injury, Miami forward Chris Bosh recorded a double-double. He scored 17 points and added 10 rebounds in Friday's win over the Pistons. Bosh shot just 4 of 10 from the floor, but he was a staggering 9 of 10 from the charity stripe. He added two steals and an assist in 37 minutes of playing time in his seventh game back from injury.
Analysis: Bosh has scored in double-figures in each game since returning to the lineup, and now the rebounds appear to be coming back to him as well. He hadn't recorded more than seven before Friday night's 10. Bosh has been consistent all year for the Heat after a slow start to the campaign with his new team. He's averaging 18 points and eight rebounds per night, numbers good enough to make him a solid Fantasy option in all formats moving forward now that he's healthy.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh tallied 13 points and six rebounds in the Heat's 104-100 victory over Orlando on Thursday night. Bosh struggled from the field and connected on only 3 of his 12 shots. It was the fourth outing in his last six games he has shot under 40 percent. Bosh, who played 38 minutes Thursday, added four assists and a steal as Miami captured its fourth consecutive victory.
Analysis: Bosh continues to recover from an ankle injury that sidelined him for four games towards the end of January. The veteran forward is averaging 14.3 points and 6.7 rebounds in his three games since returning from the injury and has not posted a double-double since Jan. 12 against the Clippers. He seems to be regaining his health and has gradually played more minutes in his last three games. Consider him a solid Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh was still not really limited in minutes in Monday's win over Cleveland. The Heat keep suggesting they will keep Bosh to a limited minutes count as he's dealt with an ankle injury that kept him sidelined for some time. So far, though, Bosh has returned for two games and is getting plenty of minutes. He played 25 minutes on Monday and shot 4 for 11 for 10 points with seven rebounds and two blocked shots.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged 30.5 minutes per game in his two games since returning. He's putting up 15 points, seven boards and 1.5 blocks per game in those two contests. Bosh is getting healthier and it appears he's going to play as normal going forward. Start him across the board once again.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh looked plenty healthy in his return to action on Sunday afternoon at Oklahoma City. He played 36 minutes without showing any lingering effects of the ankle injury that sidelined him for four games. He shot 8 of 13 from the field and scored 20 points with seven rebounds. He also picked up five fouls. Bosh had not played since hurting his ankle on Jan. 15 at Chicago.
Analysis: Bosh had been diagnosed with a high ankle sprain and the Heat took every precaution necessary before allowing him to play again. He returned a little earlier than expected , but Sunday's performance proved that it was not earlier than he should have. Barring unforeseen setbacks, Bosh should once again be considered a great play in any format.
News: ESPN reports that Heat PF Chris Bosh (ankle) will start Sunday against the Thunder. He has missed the last four games with this injury.
Analysis: On Saturday, Bosh was listed as highly doubtful, but his ankle clearly improved over the last last 24 hours and his Fantasy owners will be ecstatic if he can get through Sunday's game safely, as they could then start him for Week 15 (Jan. 31-Feb. 6). Bosh started this season slowly, but he's rebounded to get back to being a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh has improved enough from his ankle injury to at least travel with the team to Oklahoma City for Sunday's game, reports the South Florida Sun-Sentinel Saturday. Bosh is still highly doubtful to play in the game, however.
Analysis: Bosh is still hurting and is very much in danger of missing his fifth straight game for Miami. That said, at least he's on the trip and the slim possibility that he plays does exist. If Bosh doesn't go on Sunday, he'll still be a risky start for Week 15 (Jan. 31-Feb. 6). Of course, wait for reports on Sunday on his status before making your ultimate decision on the normal must-start Fantasy option.
News: The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that Heat PF Chris Bosh (high ankle sprain) will not be making the trip to face the Knicks on Thursday. Bosh is expected to miss at least four more games with this injury. Bosh was able to take part in shooting drills on Wednesday, but there remains no definitive timetable for when he might return. "It's too early to tell," coach Erik Spoelstra said. "He's doing more than he did yesterday. To see him going full-speed, full-contact by Friday or Saturday, that would probably be very ambitious."
Analysis: The reality is that he Bosh not likely to return until Feb. 3 in Orlando at the earliest. The Heat practiced Wednesday before leaving for Thursday's game against the Knicks, a game that begins a run of four games in five nights. The Heat's next full practice after Wednesday is not expected until Feb. 2. It appears Bosh could be a risky play again for Week 15 (Jan. 31-Feb. 6), barring a significant improvement. We'll have the latest on this situation as it develops. Keep checking back for updates.
News: The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports that Heat coach Eric Spoelstra has "effectively" ruled Chris Bosh (ankle) out for four more games. The coach said Tuesday that Bosh was "not ready to run full speed and certainly not ready to practice." Bosh has missed the past two games, with Spoelstra saying a comeback only would come after a full practice session. "He's just doing all of his treatment, all the work that he can to try to get him feeling more comfortable and closer to 100 percent," Spoelstra said. "I don't have a timetable for him. All I can tell you is he's getting better. It is a high-ankle sprain."
Analysis: Technically, there is no actual timetable for Bosh. He has not been officially ruled out for any games, but the reality is that he is not likely to return until Feb. 3 in Orlando at the earliest. The Heat practice Wednesday before leaving for Thursday's game against the Knicks, a game that begins a run of four games in five nights. The Heat's next full practice after Wednesday is not expected until Feb. 2. It appears Bosh could be a risky play again for Week 15 (Jan. 31-Feb. 6), barring a significant improvement. We'll have the latest on this situation as it develops. Keep checking back for updates.
News: The Palm Beach Post reports that Heat PF Chris Bosh has a high ankle sprain, an injury that can sometimes takes weeks to recover from. Bosh has already missed two games for Miami and seems like a lock to sit out on Thursday in New York as well. In fact, it also seems likely that Bosh cannot return for Friday against Detroit or Sunday at Oklahoma City, either. “He’s not ready to run full-speed,” coach Erik Spoelstra said. “I don’t have a timetable for him, all I can say is he’s getting better.”
Analysis: Bosh is usually a must-start Fantasy option when healthy, but even with a few days to rest this injury, only 31 percent of owners are starting him in Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 24-30). Now hearing about a high sprain, it looks like the 69 percent who benched him might have made the right call. Continue to follow his progress the rest of this scoring period, but it's not looking good for next week at this point.
News: The Palm Beach Post reports that Chris Bosh did not participate in practice once again on Monday as his left ankle was still "too sore." He has tried jogging on the treadmill, but found that painful, and both he and coach Erik Spoelstra declared him “day-to-day.”
Analysis: The report noted that it looks to be unlikely that Bosh will be able to return in time for Thursday's game in New York and Friday's game against Detroit seems to be in real doubt as well. With the Heat slated for just three games in Week 14 (Jan. 24-30), this diagnosis makes Bosh a player to avoid activating in most weekly formats. Continue to monitor his progress over the coming days.
News: According to ESPN, Heat PF Chris Bosh is still unable to jog on his sprained ankle. Bosh missed Saturday's game against his former team, the Raptors.
Analysis: The Heat don't play again until Thursday, which is both bad and good news. Bosh will obviously get a few days to rest up, but we also aren't likely to get concrete news about a return date before Monday's lineup deadline for Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 24-30). The fact Bosh is unable to run at this point isn't a good sign, so Fantasy owners should probably look elsewhere for the scoring period if they want to play it safe. When healthy, Bosh is a must-start option.
News: The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported on Saturday that Heat power forward Chris Bosh will miss the night's game against Toronto, his former team. Bosh has not been able to get back to practice after suffering an ankle injury. It was originally thought he'd be able to return against Toronto, but he has not been able to practice and is day to day.
Analysis: The Heat's next game is not until Thursday of Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 24-30), so Bosh will have had 11 days to rest his ailing joint and by that point we expect him back. Still, unless we hear something concrete by Monday's lineup deadline, Bosh will be a risky start for the scoring period. The Heat play three times next week, so Bosh would be a must-start option in all Fantasy formats if healthy.
News: The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that Heat PF Chris Bosh (ankle) remained unable to practice Friday and is thus highly unlikely to play Saturday against his former team, the Raptors.
Analysis: The Heat's next game after tomorrow isn't until Thursday of Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 24-30), so Bosh will have had 11 days to rest his ailing joint by that point. Still, unless we hear something concrete by Monday's lineup deadline, Bosh will be a risky start for the scoring period. The Heat play three times next week, so Bosh would be a must-start option in all Fantasy formats if healthy.
News: The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that Heat PF Chris Bosh (ankle) remained unable to practice Thursday and remains questionable for Saturday vs. Toronto. Coach Erik Spoelstra said the forward could do some motion work on Friday.
Analysis: If Bosh doesn't get back practicing on Friday, the chances of him playing in two nights against the Raptors are probably slim, although he should still be a safe start for Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 24-30) in all formats as long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks.
News: Heat coach Erik Spoelstra told the Miami Herald on Wednesday that power forward Chris Bosh is not yet ready to run on his injured ankle. Bosh missed Tuesday's game against Atlanta but is moving around better, according to Spoelstra. Miami's next game is not until Saturday.
Analysis: Bosh is making progress and is very likely to be ready to return by Saturday against Toronto. Fantasy owners will have to keep checking up on him to be sure. Miami had both LeBron James and Dwyane Wade on Tuesday and lost to Atlanta, proving how valuable Bosh is. He's a must-start in Fantasy play and everyone needs him back on the floor.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh missed Tuesday's game against the Hawks. Bosh injured his ankle on Saturday night when Chicago rookie center Omer Asik fell on his leg. He is considered day to day for the Heat. "He's making progress," coach Erik Spoelstra said to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. "He's moving around better today. Certainly not ready to run and explode off of it, but if you saw the footage, the replay of it, we're just thankful it's minor at this point."
Analysis: Bosh's injury looked nasty when it happened, but all the news after Saturday's game was about how lucky he was not to have been severely injured on the play. Bosh could be back later this week against the Hawks, but luckily for Fantasy owners, the Heat only play two times in Fantasy Week 13 (Jan. 17-23), so Bosh would likely have been benched in many formats anyway during the scoring period. Hopefully we get some concrete news about him returning before next week's lineup deadline, as Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh (ankle) did not participate in Monday's team practice. He is listed officially as day-to-day and is questionable for Tuesday's game against Atlanta. He suffered an ankle injury in the fourth quarter on Saturday against Chicago. "It didn't look good, a big guy like that falling on someone's ankle, it didn't look good at all," LeBron James told the Palm Beach Post on Monday. "The fact that he was able to get up and walk off, it was definitely a relief." Bosh said he'd make the call on whether he could play through the pain. "Always my decision," he said. "That's what I love about being a man, you get to make decisions."
Analysis: X-rays came back negative and Bosh reportedly walked around the locker room without a limp after the game. The Heat could just be playing it extra cautious with Bosh, but with just two games in Week 13 (Jan. 16-23) he remains a very risky play in weekly formats. Under normal circumstances, Bosh remains a solid No. 2/3 Fantasy forward despite a drop in numbers in Miami.
News: The Miami Herald reports that the Heat officially list Chris Bosh as "day-to-day" after he suffered an ankle injury in the fourth quarter on Saturday against Chicago. X-rays came back negative and Bosh reportedly walked around the locker room without a limp after the game. "It's not that bad,'' said Bosh, who connected on his last four shots before the injury. "I consider myself lucky. The damage is very mild.''
Analysis: Bosh seems to have avoided a significant injury and appears to be safe to keep active in Fantasy leagues going into Week 13 (Jan. 17-23). The Heat are slated for just two games, however, which makes him a player that may be reserved in most cumulative formats anyway -- especially if he is less than 100 percent. Under normal circumstances, Bosh remains a solid No. 2/3 Fantasy forward despite a drop in numbers in Miami.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh scored 17 points but hurt his ankle in the closing moments of third quarter in Saturday's 99-96 loss to the Bulls. Bosh went to the floor during a scramble for the ball and appeared to have one of the scrambling players fall on his ankle. He stayed on the court grabbing his ankle with 30 seconds left in the third and then finally went to the bench. Bosh did briefly return to the game in the fourth quarter but didn't stay in long and eventually was taken back to the locker room. X-rays came back negative on Bosh, however, no timetable has been announced for his return. "I couldn't push off it. I thought I could at first," Bosh said. "As bad as I wanted to play, you have to keep the big picture in mind. I was finally getting a rhythm. I can't wait to play these guys again."
Analysis: It looks like Bosh may have sprained his ankle, which is not the news the Heat or Fantasy owners were hoping for. Owners should continue to monitor the situation for more details when they become available, however, now might be a good time to start thinking about other options for Fantasy Week 13 (Jan. 17-23). Bosh is averaging 20.2 points with 8.8 rebounds over his last five contests and can be considered a No. 1 Fantasy forward, when healthy.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh put in one of his best games of the season in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers. He scored 26 points on 6 of 17 shooting, including 1 of 3 from downtown. Bosh added 13 rebounds and even chipped in four assists in 40 minutes of action. It was the fourth time he posted a double-double in the last six games.
Analysis: Bosh has been consistent all season for the Heat, and Wednesday notched his 15th double-double of the season. He will continue to put up solid points, and his rebounding has improved throughout the course of the season. He might not be the guy he was with Toronto, but Bosh remains a high-end Fantasy performer, and he should be utilized as such.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh contributed nicely to the big three's effort in a win over the Bucks on Tuesday. Bosh recorded the double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds. He shot 6 of 13 from the field and added two steals in the performance for the Heat.
Analysis: Bosh is merely just a contributor for the Heat, but he's one of the best contributors in the NBA. He's averaging 18 points and eight boards per game over his last five and that comes with a steal and a block per performance as well. He might not be the guy he was with Toronto, but Bosh remains a high-end Fantasy performer.
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh helped Miami extend their winning streak to five games with a 114-107 win over the Warriors on Saturday night. Bosh notched his 12th double-double of the season in the victory with 20 points and 11 rebounds. He shot 6 of 10 from the floor in the contest and was 8 of 9 at the charity stripe. Bosh logged 39 minutes in the contest and also chipped in with three dimes and a block.
Analysis: Bosh has been playing well of late after a slow start to the season and is a big reason why the Heat have won 17 of their past 18 games. He continues to score 20 points on a nightly basis and is doing so shooting a career best 51 percent from the floor. While his rebounding numbers are still not as high as some expected, keep in mind Dwyane Wade and LeBron James are excellent rebounders for their position. Bosh is still averaging 9.8 boards over his last five contests and has posted double-digit rebounds in four of his last five contests. Consider Bosh a No. 1 Fantasy forward in Week 11(Jan. 3-11) when the Heat face the Bobcats, Bucks twice and Blazers.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh continues to find the bucket on a consistent basis for the Heat. He shot 8 for 14 from the field and nailed 5 of his 6 foul shots on Wednesday against Houston, finishing with 21 points. Bosh added four rebounds, two blocks and two assists in his 39 minutes of court time. The Heat would win their fourth game in a row, 125-119, after beating the Rockets.
Analysis: Bosh started the season off slow, but has been clicking lately with the rest of the Big Three. He's averaging 21.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game over his last five outings. He's missed all three of his 3-pointers over that time, but Fantasy owners don't own Bosh for his shot from behind the arc. Bosh is worth starting in all formats as he's found a groove in Miami.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh recorded his first double-double since Dec. 13 on Thursday night against the Suns. He scored 23 points and hauled in 11 rebounds, including three on the offensive glass, in the 95-83 win. He went 9 of 17 from the field, including 0 for 1 from downtown, and converted all five f his free throws. Bosh, who played 37 minutes, also had two assists, two steals and a blocked shot in the victory.
Analysis: Bosh has scored 20-plus points in three of his last four games and has gotten more comfortable in Miami with each passing game. While his rebounding has been inconsistent, he has been picking up his scoring of late and is shooting nearly 51 percent from the field. Although his all-around stats have taken a hit this season, continue to view Bosh as a must-start in all formats, especially with the Knicks, Rockets and Warriors on the schedule in Week 10 (Dec. 27-Jan. 2).
News: Heat forward Chris Bosh turned in another solid effort in Friday's 113-91 win over the Knicks. Bosh had 26 points in the contest on 11 of 19 shooting from the floor. He grabbed seven rebounds in the victory and also chipped in with a steal and a block.
Analysis: Bosh has really stepped up his play of late and seems to be getting much more comfortable playing with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. He is averaging 19.0 points and 9.2 rebounds over his last five contests and should continue to be viewed as a No. 1 Fantasy forward at this point.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh had a season-high 17 rebounds in Saturday's 104-83 win over Sacramento. Bosh shot 6 for 13 from the field and nailed both his foul shots en route to 14 points. He added two assists and a block in his 36 minutes on the court. This comes after he scored 16 and grabbed seven rebounds in 33 minutes against Golden State on Friday night.
Analysis: After starting the season off slow, Bosh has turned his game up a few notches. He's averaging 17.4 points and 11.0 boards per contest over his last five games. He's not getting to the charity stripe much, but he has converted 9 of his 10 foul shots. The Miami Big Three are playing well right now, which is why Fantasy owners should keep Bosh active in all lineups for Week 8 (Dec. 13-19). The Heat face the Hornets, Cavs, Knicks and Wizards in the scoring period.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh recorded his first double-double in six games on Saturday night against the Hawks. He scored a game-high 27 points and hauled in 10 rebounds in the 89-77 win. Bosh went 12 of 22 from the field and made 3 of 4 free throws. He also had an assist in 40 minutes. Bosh is averaging 20 points over his last five contests.
Analysis: Ever since scoring 35 against the Suns on Nov. 11, Bosh has been playing like one of the Big 3 again. He is scoring over 21 points and averaging 8.5 rebounds over that span. It took him a little while to get going in his first year with the Heat, but the 26-year-old is making up for lost time. He, along with Dwyane Wade and LeBron James, have found a way to make it work in Miami so continue to roll with Bosh as a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh, who received the least amount of jeers among the Heat's Big 3 Thursday night in LeBron James' first game back in Cleveland, tallied 15 points and five rebounds in Miami's rout of the Cavaliers. For the consecutive game, Bosh finished 6 of 11 from the field and played 29 minutes. He added three assists but also committed three turnovers.
Analysis: Bosh seemed to get a reprieve Thursday night as Cleveland fans directed their anger at James and Dwyane Wade. Bosh, who is averaging 18.2 points and 7.2 rebounds per game in his last five contests, has now scored in double digits every game since being held to just eight points against Boston in the season opener. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh remained consistent with 16 points and seven rebounds in a blowout win over Detroit on Wednesday. Bosh shot 6 of 11 from the field over 27 minutes on the floor. He added four assists and a steal in the performance.
Analysis: Bosh struggled early in the year but has since become a very consistent commodity for Fantasy owners. He's averaging 19.4 points, 7.4 rebounds and a steal per game over his last five. Owners can expect this kind of line and continue to start Bosh in all Fantasy formats.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh didn't let back spasms hold him out of the game on Friday night and they didn't hinder his performance either. He went 9 for 20 from the field, finishing with 18 points. He grabbed a team-high nine rebounds, had two assists, a steal and a block in his 38 minutes of action.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 22.8 points and 9.3 rebounds over his last six games. With Udonis Haslem out of action, Bosh will be looked to pick up the slack on the glass and so far he's done so. It's taken a while for him to get going, but Bosh is finally looking like the player the Heat thought they would be getting when the got him in the offseason. Keep him active in all Fantasy leagues heading into Week 6 (Nov. 29-Dec. 5).
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh is expected to start Friday against the 76ers after missing part of Wednesday's game with back spasms, according to ESPN.com. The Associated Press reports that Bosh "respects" the spasms and will continue to receive treatment in preparation for Friday's game.
Analysis: Bosh was looking like the littlest of the Big Three at the beginning of the season but has stepped up his performance recently, averaging 23.8 points and 9.4 rebounds over his last five games. Those numbers aren't far off from what he used to do for the Raptors, so he's still a No. 1 Fantasy forward. He just might not be as consistent as he used to be. He appears to be a safe play despite the back spasms.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh returned to Wednesday's game in Orlando with just over seven minutes to go in the second quarter after leaving the game in the first. He had been diagnosed with back spasms by the team after being treated by medical staff of both the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic. Bosh remained in the game until the end and ultimately played 36 minutes. He scored 21 points and grabbed six boards as he shot 7 of 13 from the field.
Analysis: Back spasms can be tricky, so just because he was able to return on Wednesday night does not mean he is out of the woods yet. Bosh has been putting up solid numbers in recent games after getting off to a very cold start in his first season with the Heat. He is still looking at a big hit in scoring compared to his Toronto numbers, but he is proving he can still be a solid No. 2 forward for most formats while healthy.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh returned to Wednesday's game in Orlando with just over seven minutes to go in the second quarter after leaving the game in the first. He had been diagnosed with back spasms by the team after being treated by medical staff of both the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic.
Analysis: Back spasms can be tricky, so just because he was able to return on Wednesday night does not mean he is out of the woods yet. Bosh has been putting up solid numbers in recent games after getting off to a very cold start in his first season with the Heat. He is still looking at a big hit in scoring compared to his Toronto numbers, but he is proving he can still be a solid No. 2 forward for most formats while healthy.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh was diagnosed with back spasms after leaving Wednesday's game in Orlando. The team announced that his return to the game was questionable. Bosh limped to the locker room in the first quarter, holding his right side.
Analysis: This back issue may hold him out of the remainder of Wednesday's game and it comes just as Bosh was starting to get into his first groove as a member of the Miami Heat. We'll continue to update you on his status as the team reveals more. Consider him day-to-day with the back issue going forward whether he returns or not.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh limped to the locker room in the first quarter of Wednesday night's game in Orlando. He was seen holding his right side due to what may have been a hip injury.
Analysis: There is still no word on his injury from the team, but it did look like something that might keep him out for the remainder of the game. Fantasy owners checking on gamecenters and wondering why Bosh's numbers are limited on Wednesday now know why. We'll continue to update you as we hear more from the team.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh played 39 minutes for the second straight game Monday against the Pacers, finishing with 21 points and 11 rebounds, and the trend will likely continue. According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Bosh is likely to play "very big minutes" with Udonis Haslem set to have foot surgery.
Analysis: Bosh has already been getting starter's minutes, of course, but he has played less than 30 minutes three times this season. He should consistently play 35-plus going forward. He's beginning to find his niche with the Heat after getting off to a slow start, averaging 24.5 points and 10.3 rebounds over his last four games. He remains a No. 1 Fantasy forward.
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh scored over 20 points for the fourth straight game on Monday in a loss to Indiana. Bosh shot 7 for 13 from the field over 39 minutes to score 21 points in the loss. He added 11 rebounds for his third straight double-double. Bosh also blocked two shots and went 7 for 10 from the free-throw line.
Analysis: Bosh and LeBron James played well and Miami still lost the game with Dwyane Wade struggling mightily. Bosh has really come on of late and is averaging 22 points and 9.4 rebounds per game over his last five. As long as this continues, Bosh remains a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh took a big step on Wednesday night for the Heat. He started the game off hot as he 6 for 8 in the first quarter alone. Bosh had been averaging 11 shots a game, but went off for a season-high 35 points against the Suns. He shot 12 for 17 from the field and was a perfect 11 for 11 from the charity stripe. He grabbed his six rebounds and dished out four assists in his 30 minutes of action. The Heat were up enough after three quarters to limit the Big Three's minutes in the fourth. He also had a steal for Miami.
Analysis: Bosh's previous high for the year was 21 points. The fact he was looking for his shot and was aggressive on the offensive end of the floor is a good sign. Granted he didn't get many rebounds, but he's averaging just six per contest. While he's still adjusting to his new team, Wednesday was a big step for Bosh. Fantasy owners can exhale a little as they are starting to get rewarded for sticking with Bosh through this rough transition period. He should remain active in all Fantasy formats as he will continue grow in this Miami offense.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh shot 60 percent from the field on Thursday and went 3 for 4 from the foul line -- finishing with 15 points. He grabbed seven rebounds, four being on the offensive glass. He added two assists and a block in his 36 minutes of action, but it wasn't enough as the Celtics beat the Heat for a second time this season -- 112-107. “It’s an adjustment. That’s the reality," coach Erik Spoelstra told the South Florida Sun Sentinel.Analysis: Bosh has gone over 20 points just once this year and grabbed double-digit rebounds one time too. Those aren't exactly the numbers you want from a starting forward in the NBA or Fantasy. Bosh and the rest of the Big Three didn't have much time to get used to each other during the preseason and it's showing now. As the season goes on they will continue to mesh, but Bosh will have to get more aggressive if he wants his points and rebounds. Owners should keep him active in all Fantasy formats as he's due to find his role with the Heat and excel soon enough.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh's previous high was 18 points -- he upped the ante on Saturday against the Nets as he shot 50 percent from the field and connected on 9 of his 10 foul shots. He finished with 21 points, grabbed five rebounds and two assists in his 33 minutes of action. Miami improved to 5-2 after their 101-89 win over New Jersey.
Analysis: Bosh is definitely the third member of the Big Three as his stats have been the lowest since coming to Miami. He is an unselfish player, which is good for team chemistry, just not on Fantasy teams. Fantasy owners should keep him active, but shouldn't be considered a No. 1 forward option, unless he steps up his play. The Heat play the Jazz, Celtics and Raptors in Week 3 (Nov. 8-14).
News: Heat PF Chris Bosh, who averaged no less than 22.3 points or 8.7 rebounds in any of his last five seasons with the Raptors, is averaging only 13.0 points and 6.4 rebounds in five games this season. But the Heat are 4-1, and he says that's all he cares about. "I don't care about numbers," Bosh said. "The only number I care about is winning. You can have great games, you can have great numbers and be at the bottom of the totem pole as far as the league is concerned. I think I can speak for that, too. I've experienced it. You can do everything you want, you can average the best numbers, but if you don't win it really doesn't matter."
Analysis: As unselfish as that attitude may be, it's exactly the last thing Bosh's Fantasy owners want to hear. Anybody could guess his numbers would take a dip playing alongside LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, but this is extreme. The Heat's last four contests have been laughers, so you can at least hold out some hope that Bosh's numbers will increase when he's able to play deep into the fourth quarter again. But so far, he's not looking like a No. 1 Fantasy forward.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh struggled with his shot in Tuesday's 129-97 win over the Timberwolves. Bosh shot just 4 of 12 from the floor but did chip in with six rebounds in the win. He went 5 of 6 from the free-throw line and filled up the stat sheet with two dimes, two steals and a block.
Analysis: Bosh continues to take the biggest hit, from a production standpoint out of the Big Three thus far and has been seeing limited minutes of late with the Heat blowing teams out and not playing their starters in the fourth quarter. Still, it's still very early in the season and Bosh is talented enough to turn this thing around. He should remain active in all formats.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh was held off the boards on Sunday against the Nets, picking up just one rebound. He did manage his best scoring output in his first four games, however, contributing 18 points. Bosh was 8 for 10 from the field. Through the first week of the regular season, Bosh averaged 13.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 block and 0.8 steals while seeing 33.3 minutes per game.
Analysis: Those numbers are more than useful in Fantasy, but are certainly well short of the 24.0 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists he averaged last season in Toronto. Just about everybody anticipated Bosh would take a hit when the Wade/LeBron/Bosh trio was formed, but just how big of a hit was widely debated. We are starting to see signs of a sharp decline in production. It is still very early in the season, however, and there is no reason to even consider sitting Bosh in any format.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh registered his first double-double as a member of the Heat. He struggled from the field as he went 2 for 9, but connected on 7 of his 8 foul shots, finishing with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Bosh, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade put on a show in their home opener as they humbled the Magic. It didn't take long for the trio to provide their first highlight: Bosh grabbed the ball at one end, passed toward midcourt to James, who took one dribble and found Wade for an alley-oop dunk to help Miami take an early 22-13 lead. "Off to the races,'' Bosh said. "It was really exciting - I mean, really exciting. The fans of Miami have been anticipating this game for a really long time, ever since July.'' He added one block, one steal and one assist for good measure.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't had a breakout game yet for the Heat, but his first double-double is good enough for now. The Big Three is still a work in progress, but Fantasy owners are definitely hoping they mesh quick and Bosh starts to produce. He is still a solid start in all Fantasy formats. The season just started so don't get too worried just yet.
News: Miami PF Chris Bosh showed great improvement in his second game Wednesday against the 76ers. Playing a much less intimidating opponent, Bosh shot better at 6 of 12 from the field as he scored 15 points over 37 minutes. He added seven rebounds and blocked a shot for the Heat.
Analysis: Bosh, Dwyane Wade and LeBron James got their first victory as a unit on Wednesday and Bosh was far better than he was in the opener against Boston when he scored just eight points and shot poorly. Bosh was more active down low and definitely shown improvement. That said, 15 points isn't exactly something to get overly excited about. Bosh will improve as the team gets more cohesive and he remains a solid start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The debut of Chris Bosh, Dwyane Wade and LeBron James in Miami did not go the way the Heat hoped it would. The trio lost to the Boston Celtics on opening night Tuesday as Bosh struggled to get anything going from the field. His mid-range jumper looked horrendously off as he shot just 3 for 11 from the field over 38 minutes to score just eight points. He grabbed eight rebounds, dished out two assists, picked up a steal and blocked a shot as well.
Analysis: Relax Miami fans and owners of Bosh alike, it will not be like this all season. Bosh is going to have his moments. That said, this game is a scary realization of how poorly the dynamic trio can play together when they aren't hitting their shots. The more Bosh, James and Wade gel together, however, the better they will play. Bosh will have better days and remains a must-start Fantasy player in all leagues.
News: Miami forward Chris Bosh scored 20 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter on Wednesday against New Orleans. The Heat were without two of the Miami Big Three as LeBron James and Dwyane Wade sat with hamstring injuries. Bosh shot 9 for 15 from the field and made all six of his free-throw attempts. He added five boards, one assist and two steals.
Analysis: Bosh played just 23 minutes in Wednesday's preseason loss, but there is no reason for him to play more than that right now. The trio of Bosh, Wade and James a haven't played together much this year, but when the time comes to get the job done in the regular season, things will fall into place. While Bosh joining Miami makes for interesting basketball, his stats will take a hit. Fantasy owners should still view him as a solid pick in drafts this year, just not as high as years past. He could still average close to 20 points and 10 boards a game, which makes him worth targeting somewhere in Round 2 in most formats.
News: Heat F Chris Bosh made his much-anticipated preseason debut against the Pistons in front of a sold out American Airlines Arena in Miami. He played deep into the third quarter and finished with 20 points and six rebounds on 8 of 13 shooting from the field. Bosh played alongside Dwyane Wade and LeBron James for the first time in an NBA game, but Wade left the game with a hamstring injury just minutes in.
Analysis: We didn't get to see much of what the Wade, LeBron, Bosh trio will look like due to Wade's injury, but we did like what we saw from Bosh in his playing time. He was sharp with his outside jumper and was able to get to the rim with his usual ease whenever he wanted to. What remains to be seen is how much his shot volume decreases this season when all three players are healthy as Bosh is the player expected to take the biggest statistical hit of the three players. That may not be known until the actual the season gets under way. He won't be the Bosh of the last few seasons from a statistical standpoint, but will still be worth a pick in the first four rounds in most Fantasy formats as a player who could still average near 20 points, 10 rebounds and over a block per game.
News:LeBron James announced Thursday night that he has decided to sign with the Miami Heat. James will join Dwyane Wade and fellow free-agent acquisition Chris Bosh. Speaking in a national television interview following his announcement, James sounded optimistic that his numbers would not change much playing alongside Wade and Bosh. "The only thing that could change is the points per game," James said.
Analysis: Bosh averaged career bests of 24.0 points and 10.8 rebounds last season for Toronto. Don't expect the scoring numbers to be quite as high for Bosh, considering the fact that he'll likely average fewer field-goal attempts than he has since possibly his first and second years in the NBA. Thankfully, Bosh's skill set is such that he can take a hit in the scoring department and still produce high-end numbers. He won't be the Bosh of the last few seasons from a statistical standpoint, but will still be worth a pick in the first couple of rounds in most Fantasy formats as a player who could still average around 20 points, 10 rebounds and over a block per game.
News:Chris Bosh decided to join the Heat and play alongside Dwyane Wade. Bosh and Wade are friends, were Olympic teammates on the gold-medal team in Beijing, dined together at times during the free-agent interview process last week in Chicago and were part of that star-studded draft class in 2003 -- Bosh went fourth, Wade fifth. Bosh and Wade could formally become teammates as soon as Thursday, when the NBA moratorium on signing contracts expires. Under NBA rules, the Heat cannot confirm any contracts until 12:01 a.m. Thursday, although players are allowed to agree to deals before the signing window opens. Still unclear, however, is this: Whether Miami's acquisition of Bosh will come through a simple free-agent signing or a sign-and-trade deal with the Raptors.
Analysis: Bosh averaged career bests of 24.0 points and 10.8 rebounds last season for Toronto. Those numbers should be considered the baseline expectation for a star that has yet to play with another elite player like Wade. This move makes Bosh at least a second-round pick in Fantasy, if not a late first-rounder.
News: All eyes will be on Chris Bosh now that the regular season is over and Toronto is out of the playoffs. Bosh, who missed the final five games of the regular season, must decide if he wants to return to the Raptors or, as expected, opt out of his contract and become a free agent. Bosh had a career year in 2009-10 when he averaged 24.0 points and 10.8 rebounds. He told the Toronto Sun he hasn't made up his mind, but it's fairly obvious the direction he's leaning. "There has to be changes," Bosh said, "only because we didn't make the playoffs. It's not like we're building off success."
Analysis: Bosh will likely be one of the most sought-after free agents if he opts out of his contract as expected. Keep an eye on what he does, but he will likely enter 2010-11 as one of the top Fantasy options again. He was one of three players to average 20 points and 10 rebounds this season, joining David Lee and Zach Randolph, and that's something Bosh has done three times in his career.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh did not play in Monday's contest against the Pistons because of a broken nose. He was elbowed by Cavaliers F Antawn Jamison last Tuesday.
Analysis: In all likelihood, Bosh is out for the season and will not play in the finale Wednesday against New York. When healthy, Bosh is an elite Fantasy option that is capable of bringing in a double-double on a nightly basis. Keep him reserved in all formats.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, who is expected to miss the remainder of the regular season after surgery last week to repair a broken nose, was released from hospital Friday and had the post-surgical packing removed from his nose Sunday. He has not rejoined the team.
Analysis: Bosh set career highs in points per game (24.0) and rebounds per game (10.8) this season, though he has been more or less a 20-10 player for each of the last five seasons. The free-agent-to-be will likely change teams in the offseason, but he'll still be one of the elite forwards in Fantasy. As for the rest of this year, the safe option is to keep him reserved in all formats.
News: Raptors All-Star forward Chris Bosh is back in Toronto after undergoing surgery to have a nasal fracture repaired. A team spokesman said Bosh was released from the Cleveland Clinic on Thursday, two days after he was accidentally elbowed in the face during a game by Cleveland's Antawn Jamison. Bosh is expected to need weeks to recover from an operation he had on Wednesday to fix the fracture.
Analysis: Toronto's leading scorer will miss the remainder of the regular season with the Raptors, who have a one-half game lead over Chicago for the final spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs with four to play. Averaging 24.3 points and 11 rebounds per game, Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy. Look for Reggie Evans to continue to start in his place.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh is expected to need "weeks" to recover after surgery to repair a facial fracture suffered when he was struck by Antawn Jamison's elbow on Tuesday. Bosh had a displaced nasal fracture repaired Wednesday in an operation performed by at the Cleveland Clinic. He will remain in the hospital overnight, and is scheduled to return to Canada Thursday. "It's not a fracture that would require screws or plates or anything like that," said Dr. Paul Marks, Raptors medical director. "It's just a small flap of bone, per se, that's been put back in the right position so that it maintains that structural integrity. This would be in the time frame of weeks, perhaps, to set in place and to be healed."
Analysis: Bosh was averaging 24.3 points and 11 rebounds per game, making him a must-start Fantasy option when healthy, but that is looking like something he won't be for the rest of the Fantasy season. Reggie Evans started in Bosh's place against the Celtics on Wednesday.
News: Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh had surgery to repair a facial fracture suffered during a freakish on-court accident. The Raptors said Bosh had a displaced nasal fracture repaired during an operation performed by Dr. Frank Papay at the Cleveland Clinic on Wednesday. Bosh will remain in the hospital overnight, and it's unknown when he will return to Canada or whether he will play again this season. The team is expected to provide a further update on Bosh's condition before its home game against the Boston Celtics.
Analysis: Toronto's leading scorer sustained a "maxilla and nasal fracture to the right side of his face" when he was accidentally struck by the elbow of Cavaliers forward Antawn Jamsion in the opening minutes of Tuesday night's 113-101 loss to Cleveland. Bosh was coming across the foul lane when he was inadvertently hit by Jamison's flailing left arm. Bosh immediately dropped to the floor and grabbed his head in anguish as blood streamed from his face. He was taken to the Cleveland Clinic, where a CT scan revealed the fractures. Bosh, who is eligible for free agency after this season, is averaging 24.3 points and 11 rebounds per game. He is a must-start Fantasy option when he's healthy but that is looking like something he won't be for the rest of the Fantasy season at least.
News: TSN reports that Raptors forward Chris Bosh, who has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Boston after suffering multiple fractures to the right side of his face in Tuesday's loss to Cleveland, could be out for the rest of the regular season. The network reports that it remains unclear if Bosh will miss any of Toronto's additional four remaining games after Wednesday. Bosh suffered a broken bone in his face Tuesday after he was accidentally elbowed by Cavaliers PF Antawn Jamison as the two jostled for position in the lane.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging a team-leading 24.0 points and 10.8 rebounds a game this season. Keep him reserved in daily leagues for Wednesday's game against the Celtics and hope he can return prior to the playoffs. He is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues when healthy.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh suffered a broken bone in his face Tuesday after he was accidentally elbowed by Cavaliers PF Antawn Jamison as the two jostled for position in the lane. Bosh, who had blood dripping from his nose and mouth area as he was assisted from the floor, was immediately taken to the Cleveland Clinic for a CT scan. Following the game, the Raptors said tests showed the Bosh suffered a "maxilla and nasal fracture to the right side of his face." Bosh will not travel with the team. Instead, he was to be kept in the hospital overnight for further evaluation. It's not known when Bosh will rejoin the team or if he'll be able to play once he returns.
Analysis: Bosh's misfortune is a huge blow for Fantasy owners at the worst possible time. Not only is he a question mark for the rest of the scoring period, he finished the night with just two points and one rebound. Monitor his status closely, as he is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh was taken to the hospital for a CT Scan after catching an elbow to the face from Cleveland's Antawn Jamison on Tuesday. According to the Globe and Mail, Bosh will not return. He dropped to the floor after he was struck during the first quarter, bleeding from the mouth as he was helped by medical personnel from both teams. He was helped to the locker room with 9:52 left. The Raptors said Bosh will go to the Cleveland Clinic for further treatment and testing. The team said the right side of Bosh's face received the most trauma.
Analysis: Bosh's misfortune is a huge blow for Fantasy owners at the worst possible time. Not only is he a question mark for the rest of the scoring period, he finished the night with just two points and one rebound. Monitor his status closely, as he is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 42 points and added 12 rebounds but failed to hit a last-second layup Sunday against the Warriors. Bosh made two free throws and the Warriors, with no timeouts left, struggled to get the ball in. Sonny Weems tapped Turiaf's wayward pass to Bosh, but his shot rolled out as the buzzer sounded. "Sonny made a spectacular play," Bosh said. "Everything else just happened so fast. I really didn't have time to react. I just wanted to get a shot up and I guess I missed it. I didn't really get a good look at how it came off. It's a tough break."
Analysis: Bosh has now topped 40 points for the ninth time in his career and the second time this season. He has been on a tear as he tries to get his Raptors into the playoffs. Bosh has posted four straight double-doubles and is averaging 29 points and 10.4 rebounds over his last five contests. With Toronto playing six times during Fantasy Week 24 (April 5-14), Bosh should is an elite Fantasy option that should be starting in all formats.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh finished with 28 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists to help the Raptors defeat the Sixers on Saturday. Bosh shot 8 of 14 from the field in 46 minutes. He has scored 20 or more points in three straight games.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 24.2 points and 10.4 rebounds over his last five games. He continues to be a double-double machine and Fantasy owners should continue to have him in their lineup at all times.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a win over the Bobcats on Monday. Bosh shot 10 of 19 from the field while adding two assists and two blocks in 38 minutes. It was Bosh's third double-double in his last five games.
Analysis: Bosh now has 45 double-doubles on the season and is averaging 20 points and 9.4 rebounds over his last five contests. The Raptors will be depending on Bosh to carry them into the playoffs so Bosh's production should be high. Keep starting him in all formats.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 19 points in a loss to the Heat on Sunday. Bosh shot 8 of 20 from the field while collecting six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 37 minutes. He has now scored in double figures in all but one game this season.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 22.8 points and 8.8 rebounds over his last five contests. The Raptors play four times during Fantasy Week 23 (March 29-April 4), and Bosh remains one of the most elite players in the game today. Start him in all formats.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh celebrated his 26th birthday with a 20-point performance in a loss to the Jazz on Wednesday. Bosh shot 7 of 18 from the floor while adding eight rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes. It was the fourth straight game that Bosh has scored 20 or more points.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 22.6 points and 9.2 rebounds over his last five contests. He has posted three double-doubles during that span and remains an elite Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 23 of his 36 points in the second half to help the Raptors defeat the Nets on Saturday. Playing in his 500th game as a Raptor, Bosh hit 16 of 27 shots from the field in helping Toronto rally from a seven-point deficit early in the third quarter. After Toronto fell behind 55-48, Bosh hit 7 of 10 shots the rest of the period to key a 32-15 run that gave Toronto an 80-70 lead entering the final quarter. "I just had opportunities that's how I play basketball," Bosh said. "If I feel I can provide a spark for my team I am going to come out and do that. It worked out today." Raptors forward Reggie Evans just smiled when asked about Bosh's game. "That's why you hear him with the talk about Dwyane Wade and LeBron James," Evans said. "That's nothing new for him. That was a good game for him and all of us. When he gets it going it opens doors for everyone."
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 24.8 points and 9.2 rebounds over his last five games. He has three double-doubles in his last five contests and continues to play at a high level. As long as he is healthy, Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option. The Raptors play four times during Fantasy Week 22 (March 22-28).
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 22 points and added 10 rebounds in a loss to the Thunder on Friday. Bosh shot 7 of 14 from the floor while picking up a block, but he did commit four of Toronto's 19 turnovers. He has posted double-doubles in three of his last four games.
Analysis: Bosh continues to play at a superior level and is averaging 20.4 points and 8.6 rebounds over his last five contests. The scoring is slightly lower than normal, but with the Raptors fighting for a playoff spot, Bosh will be relied on heavily to lead the team in just about every category. Fantasy owners should consider him a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 28 points with seven rebounds and two assists in Sunday's game at Portland. He is averaging 20 points, 8.4 rebounds and three assists over his last five games.
Analysis: This is just about what you would expect from Bosh, who continues to play well despite the team's recent struggles. With the team clinging to a playoff spot, expect the Raptors to lean heavily on their best player the rest of the way.
News: Toronto forward Chris Bosh scored 22 points, seven rebounds and four assists Tuesday night at the Lakers in his second game back from a seven-game injury absence. Bosh had 12 points and 12 rebounds in his first game back from the ankle injury Sunday against the 76ers.
Analysis: It looks like Bosh is back to his old self after being out with the injury. Keep him active in all leagues and hope for more outings like this.
News:Chris Bosh returned to action Sunday afternoon against Philadelphia after missing the past seven games. He played 33 minutes and shot 6 of 14 from the field, finishing with 12 points and 12 rebounds. He also added an assist.
Analysis: Bosh was set to return Friday, but a bad stomach virus that sent him to the hospital pushed back his return. Now, he is ready to be activated in all Fantasy formats for Week 20 (March 8-14) and going forward. There was no minutes limitation for him Sunday. Expect the scoring to get back around 20 points per game fairly soon.
News: According to the team's official Web site, Raptors F Chris Bosh will be back in the lineup for Sunday's game against Philadelphia. Bosh was sent to a hospital with severe stomach pains before Friday night's game against the New York Knicks and had missed the previous six games due to an ankle injury. Rasho Nesterovic will return to the bench.
Analysis: This is great news for Fantasy owners, especially those in weekly formats as they will have a chance to see where he is at physically before activating him for Week 20 (March 8-14). Fantasy owners in daily lineup leagues can go ahead and activate him with this news. There is no indication from the team that his minutes will be limited, but it would be understandable if he is not 100 percent out of the gate considering a two-week long absence.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh was sent to a hospital with severe stomach pains before Friday night's game against the New York Knicks, the seventh straight game he's missed. Bosh had been expected to return to the lineup after sitting out the previous six games with a sprained left ankle, but did not attend shootaround Friday morning. Coach Jay Triano learned about an hour before the game that Bosh was going to the hospital for tests.
Analysis: Unfortunately this is bad news for Fantasy owners. Keep tabs on Bosh's status. When healthy he is obviously a must-start Fantasy option that can bring in double-doubles at will. The Raptors play four games during Fantasy Week 20 (March 8-14), and if Bosh is healthy, he can be re-inserted into the lineup.
News: According to a report in Newsday, Raptors forward Chris Bosh missed Friday morning's shootaround due to an upset stomach. His availability for Friday night's game against New York is unknown. Bosh missed the past six games with an ankle injury but was expected to return for this game.
Analysis: Hopefully his stomach will be OK and he can return against the Knicks. Be cautious when setting your lineup in daily leagues since Bosh has been out with the ankle also, but he's a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: The National Post reports that Raptors forward Chris Bosh will return Friday against New York. After missing six games because of a sprained left ankle, he will return to the lineup, barring a setback, against the Knicks. The paper reports that Bosh said he is pain-free.
Analysis: This is great news since Bosh has missed almost two weeks of action. He's a No. 1 Fantasy option when healthy and a must-start forward in all leagues when he's 100 percent. Hopefully he won't suffer a setback and have to miss any more time.
News: The Toronto Star reports the Raptors are hopeful of getting power forward Chris Bosh back for Friday's game against New York. Bosh has missed five games with a sprained left ankle. "We have to be ready, hopefully CB (Chris Bosh) is back, myself too and we're ready for Friday and just play basketball," point guard Jose Calderon said.
Analysis: We're hopeful Bosh can return against the Knicks and finish the season strong. He's a No. 1 Fantasy option when healthy and a must-start forward in all leagues when he's 100 percent.
News: All-Star forward Chris Bosh did not travel with the Toronto Raptors and missed his fifth straight game Sunday night due to a sprained left ankle. Bosh is listed as day-to-day for the Raptors, who played at Oklahoma City on Sunday night and are scheduled to play at Houston on Monday night. Bosh ranks eighth in the NBA with a 24.5-point average and he's also fifth in the league with 11.4 rebounds per game.
Analysis: Bosh has missed five games with this injury and it will reach six games before he will get a chance to play Friday against New York. By then, he will have had two full weeks off and could be ready to play, although there is no certainty. Fantasy owners in weekly formats should choose to go with healthier options where possible as Bosh will play just two games in a best-case scenario during Fantasy Week 19 (March 1-7).
News: According to the team's official Web site, Chris Bosh (ankle) did not travel with the Raptors on their trip to Oklahoma City and will miss Sunday's game against the Thunder. He remains day-to-day. The Toronto Sun reports Bosh will not be witht he team in Houston for Monday's game against the Rockets, either.
Analysis: Bosh has missed four games with this injury and it will reach six games before he will get a chance to play Friday against New York. By then, he will have had two full weeks off and could be ready to play, although there is no certainty. Fantasy owners in weekly formats should choose to go with healthier options where possible as Bosh will play just two games in a best-case scenario during Fantasy Week 19 (March 1-7).
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh did not play Friday because of a sprained ankle. It is the fourth straight game that he has missed.
Analysis: Bosh was able to participate in practice Thursday, a good sign that he is close to a return. That could come Sunday in Oklahoma City, but with the Raptors playing back-to-back games Sunday and Monday the team may choose to hold him out until Monday. Keep close tabs on his progress leading up to Fantasy Week 19 (March 1-7). The Raptors play just three games in Week 19, so Bosh will be an injury risk if he doesn't return by Sunday.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh has been ruled out for Friday's game against Cleveland, according to Raptors radio analyst Eric Smith. He has missed the team's last three games with a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Bosh was able to participate in practice Thursday, a good sign that he is close to a return. That could come Sunday in Oklahoma City, but with the Raptors playing back-to-back games Sunday and Monday the team may choose to hold him out until Monday. Keep close tabs on his progress leading up to Fantasy Week 19 (March 1-7). The Raptors play just three games in Week 19, so Bosh will be an injury risk if he doesn't return by Sunday.
News: According to SLAM magazine, Raptors F Chris Bosh (ankle) was able to participate in practice Thursday and did not more than he had been able to do. However, the report noted that Bosh "sounds doubtful" for Friday's game against Cleveland. Rasho Nesterovic would continue to start in his place.
Analysis: That is by no means official, but it does not sound promising that Bosh will be able to return Friday and maybe not even Sunday at Oklahoma City. That will make his situation very risky for Fantasy Week 19 (March 1-7) for the Raptors' three-game scoring period. Continue to keep close tabs on his progress. Nesterovic does not make for an appealing stopgap measure in Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh did not play Wednesday night against Portland due to a sprained ankle. It was the third straight game he's missed. Rasho Nesterovic started in his place.
Analysis: A must-start and No. 1 Fantasy forward when healthy, keep Bosh reserved in all daily leagues until further notice.
News: According to the official team Web site, Raptors forward Chris Bosh will not play Wednesday night against Portland. It will be the third game in a row Bosh misses with a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Keep Bosh reserved in all daily leagues and hope he can return soon. When healthy, Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues.
News: According to the National Post, Raptors F Chris Bosh (ankle) did not participate in the team's practice Tuesday. Coach Jay Triano called Bosh a "game-time decision" for Wednesday's game vs. Portland.
Analysis: The report notes that Bosh could easily miss Wednesday's game considering that he does not have a practice under his belt yet. It does sound like Bosh could be back within the next couple of games, however, and should be back for Week 19 (March 1-6). Rasho Nesterovic will continue to start in his absence, but has minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: According to a report on SLAM Online via Twitter, Raptors forward Chris Bosh missed practice Monday with his injured ankle. Bosh has missed two games with the injury and will be questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland. The report says that Toronto coach Jay Triano said his hopes are "less than positive" that Bosh will be available for Wednesday's game.
Analysis: The Raptors have three games during Fantasy Week 18, and hopefully Bosh can play during this scoring period. He still has Monday and Tuesday to rest before Toronto's next game, so hopefully the additional rest will help his outlook. Be cautious when setting your lineup, but Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh missed his second straight game Saturday. He was injured in the fourth quarter Wednesday night in a home loss to Memphis and did not travel to New Jersey for Friday night's win over the Nets, the first game he'd missed all season.
Analysis: Fantasy owners will have to keep tabs on Bosh's status entering Fantasy Week 18 (Feb. 22-28). The Raptors play a favorable three game schedule, and Toronto's first game during isn't until Wednesday so Bosh will have some rest. If Bosh is healthy and able to go, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh will not play in Saturday's game agasint the Wizards, according to the team's official Twitter feed. Rasho Nesterovic will start in his place.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in weekly formats should begin to make plans for alternatives for Fantasy Week 18 (Feb. 22-28) in case the injury lingers. Bosh and the Raptors only have three games during the upcoming scoring period and it appears that Bosh is in jeopardy of missing some more time.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh is reportedly out for Saturday against the Wizards, as reported by Toronto-based Holly MacKenzie, a writer for SLAM Online. Bosh is dealing with an ankle injury and has already missed one game with this ailment.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in weekly formats should begin to make plans for alternatives for Fantasy Week 18 (Feb. 22-28) in case the injury lingers. Bosh and the Raptors only have three games during the upcoming scoring period and it appears that Bosh is in jeopardy of missing some more time.
News: PF Chris Bosh missed the Raptors' game against the Nets on Friday due to a sprained left ankle. He hurt his ankle on Wednesday against the Grizzlies. He did not accompany the Raptors to New Jersey. Bosh's status is being listed as day-to-day. Rasho Nesterovic replaced him in the starting lineup against New Jersey.
Analysis: Bosh could return for Saturday's game against the Wizards, but Fantasy owners in daily lineup will need to adjust their lineups, and Fantasy owners in weekly formats should begin to make plans for alternatives for Fantasy Week 18 (Feb. 22-28) in case the injury lingers. As of now, the injury does not appear to be too serious.
News: According to Raptors radio analyst Eric Smith, Chris Bosh left Thursday's practice with what appeared to be a mildly sprained left ankle. He will not travel to New Jersey and will not play on Friday night against the Nets as a result.
Analysis: Bosh will likely be treated as day-to-day. With the team playing a back-to-back set, Bosh could return for Saturday's game right back at home against the Wizards. Traveling could cause swelling in his ankle, so the extra rest and not flying on a plane back and forth will be helpful. Fantasy owners in daily lineup will need to adjust and Fantasy owners in weekly formats should begin to make plans for alternatives for Fantasy Week 18 in case the injury lingers. As of now, the injury does not appear to be too serious, however. Keep close tabs on his progress.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh finished the first half of the regular season on Wednesday with 23 points and 12 rebounds against Philadelphia. The Raptors finished the first half on a three-game winning streak.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 28 points and 12.4 boards with 1.4 blocks per game over his last five entering the break. Since he's over 24 points and 11 boards on the year, you are going to be starting him almost at all times in Fantasy. Off the break, in Week 17 (Feb. 15-21), Toronto plays three games but has favorable scheduling. Get Bosh active in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had a monster performance on Sunday in a win over the Kings. Bosh scored 36 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the double-double. He added five assists and a block. Bosh shot 14 for 18 on the game.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 28.8 points, 13.0 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game over his last five. Toronto only plays once in Week 16 (Feb. 8-14) and we'd still use Bosh is just about all formats.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had a huge game against the Pacers on Tuesday, finishing with 35 points and 15 rebounds. It was his fifth consecutive double-double. In 37 minutes he shot 13 of 22 from the field, adding three assists, one steal and two blocks.
Analysis: Bosh is playing his finest basketball of the season right now. He's averaging 26.0 points, 15.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists over his last five games, grabbing at least 13 boards in each of those contests. He is a must-start in each and every Fantasy league.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds as the Raptors defeated Indiana 117-102 on Sunday. "Bosh was just too much for us," Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said. "He played like he normally plays. He's a great basketball player." "I have the confidence, I think the whole team has the confidence," Bosh added. Bosh made three baskets as the Raptors replied with an 8-1 spurt, making it 105-98 with 5:39 remaining, and Toronto wasn't challenged again. "He's a tough guard," Danny Granger said. "I mean, he's an All-Star. I've played well against him in the past but, once I got into foul trouble, there's not much I can do." Bosh had a season-high seven assists in the win.
Analysis: Bosh has posted four straight double-doubles. Over his last five games he is averaging 22.4 points per game to go along with 13.6 rebounds. There is no doubt that Bosh is an elite NBA player and an elite Fantasy option. Start him in all leagues.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds as the Raptors defeated Indiana 117-102 on Sunday. "Bosh was just too much for us," Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said. "He played like he normally plays. He's a great basketball player." "I have the confidence, I think the whole team has the confidence," Bosh added. Bosh made three baskets as the Raptors replied with an 8-1 spurt, making it 105-98 with 5:39 remaining, and Toronto wasn't challenged again. "He's a tough guard," Danny Granger said. "I mean, he's an All-Star. I've played well against him in the past but, once I got into foul trouble, there's not much I can do." Bosh had a season-high seven assists in the win.
Analysis: Bosh has posted four straight double-doubles. Over his last five games he is averaging 22.4 points per game to go along with 13.6 rebounds. There is no doubt that Bosh is an elite NBA player and an elite Fantasy option. Start him in all leagues.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh poured in 27 points and hauled in 15 rebounds to guide the Raptors to a 106-104 victory over New York on Thursday. Bosh shot 10 of 24 from the field including a layup that put the Raptors up by three with 15.9 seconds left. Prior to the game, Bosh found out that he made the All-Star team for the fifth straight season, tying Vince Carter for the most appearances in Raptor history.
Analysis: It might be possible to find Bosh's name in the dictionary under the term double-double. Bosh has already hauled in 33 doubles in 46 games and is well on pace to shatter his career high of 43. He is a must-start in every Fantasy format out there.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored 24 points and grabbed 18 rebounds in Wednesday's win over the Heat. It was his second straight double-double, and fifth in his last six outings. In 36 minutes he shot 11 of 22 from the field, adding four assists and one steal.
Analysis: Bosh continues his stellar play, averaging 24.8 points, 12.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists in his last five games. He has recorded nine double-doubles in 13 January contests. He remains a starter in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 18 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to help guide the Raptors to a 106-105 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. Bosh played 39 minutes shooting 9 of 17 from the field and adding two assists.
Analysis: This is Bosh's fourth double-double in his last five games and 32nd overall this season, tying him with Dwight Howard for the NBA lead. You can just about pencil him in for the double-double every time he takes the court. With three games coming up during Fantasy Week 14 (Jan. 25-31), Bosh is a must-start option in every Fantasy league.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 17 points including eight points in the fourth quarter to help the Raptors defeat Milwaukee 101-96 on Friday. With the Raptors running a 2-3 zone, Bosh was surrounded by smaller playmakers on the offensive end. "We put Chris out there with four playmakers and he set screens for whoever was closest," coach Jay Triano said. "Chris rolled, they had to help, and that's what opened up the floor for us." Bosh also put together seven boards and three assists in the victory.
Analysis: This was Bosh's least productive night in his last four games. If scoring 17 points and having seven rebounds is an off night, then it is obvious that Bosh is a must-start Fantasy option across the board.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh, the NBA's leader in double-doubles, had another on Wednesday in a loss at Milwaukee. This one had an added twist, however. Bosh grabbed 12 rebounds to go with a new career-best 44 points. Bosh shot 15 for 26 from the field and 14 for 15 from the free-throw line. He added four dimes.
Analysis: Bosh is a double-double machine who is averaging almost 27 points, 10 boards and a block per game over his last five. The sick thing is he isn't even that much hotter than usual right now. This is just Bosh being Bosh. If you aren't starting him in all leagues, you're crazy.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in Tuesday's loss to the Cavaliers, posting back-to-back double-doubles. He leads the league with 30 games of double digit points and rebounds, nine coming in his last 13 games. Bosh shot 9 of 16 from the field and added three assists.
Analysis: Averaging 23.8 points and 11.2, double-double machine Bosh remains a starter in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh is the NBA's leader in double-doubles and he completed another on Sunday afternoon in an easy win over Dallas. Bosh scored 23 points on 9 of 18 shooting and added 13 rebounds and two blocks.
Analysis: Bosh has double-doubles in five of the team's nine games in January thus far and averages almost 24 points and 11 boards on the season. He should be active across the board in all Fantasy leagues.
News: A potential free agent in July, Raptors PF Chris Bosh isn't thinking much about trade rumors, a potential contract, or any other concerns off the court. "I just want to ... concentrate on playing basketball and address everything else when it's time to address it," he said. "For now we're trying to get above .500. We have enough challenges as a team so I don't want to really take on any extra baggage right now because my plate is full."
Analysis: Bosh dropped in 18 points on Friday against the Knicks and has a double-double in six of his last nine games. Bosh might say he isn't thinking much about impending free agency, but he is playing like he wants to cash in big in the offseason. Fantasy owners continue to start Bosh in all Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh scored 27 points and added 10 rebounds in a 105-101 loss to Indiana on Monday. The Raptors played their third game in four days. "We were fatigued, maybe," coach Jay Triano said. "Didn't have our legs. I've never seen us miss that many free throws. But our guys played as hard as they could in a back-to-back, the way that they battled, and we didn't have it."
Analysis: The Raptors will have three days off before heading back to New York on Thursday. In his last eight games, Bosh has failed to reach the 20 point mark just once. He is always a threat for a double-double and worth starting in all Fantasy leagues at all times.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 29 points and ripped down nine rebounds on Friday in a win at Philadelphia. Bosh shot 10 of 15 from the field and added six assists and a steal.
Analysis: Bosh has 12 assists in his last two games and is averaging 23.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game on the season. Bosh is always a threat for a double-double and worth starting in all Fantasy leagues at all times. Toronto plays three games in Week 12 (Jan. 11-17).
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 18 points and 12 rebounds Wednesday at Orlando, giving him four double-doubles in his last five games. He had only one in his previous six.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 23.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game, so double-doubles should be the rule for him, not the exception. He's clearly one of the elite forwards in Fantasy and a must-start in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 33 points and ripped down 13 rebounds on Wednesday in a win over Charlotte. Bosh shot 11 of 20 from the field and hit all 11 free throws. He added a block and two steals.
Analysis: Bosh is putting up 23.5 points and 11.3 boards per game on the season with over a block per night. He's a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 25 points and pulled down 16 rebounds on Sunday in a win over Detroit. Bosh shot 8 of 14 from the field and added three blocked shots as the Raptors won their fourth straight game.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging almost 20 points per night over his last five contests. That average is down from his season numbers but that is nothing to worry about. He's still averaging a double-double with 10 blocks per night over his last five and when you add the 1.2 blocks he averages, he remains a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues. Bosh and the Raptors play three times in Week 10 (Dec. 28-Jan. 3). Unfortunately, the Raptors play Charlotte, Boston and San Antonio during the scoring period and those are tough matchups. Still, you'd be hard pressed not to keep starting Bosh in all leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 27 points Sunday afternoon against Houston to go with 6 rebounds and 3 assists. He also added 2 blocks. It was the first time in five games that he was held without a double-double.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 20.0 and 11.1 rebounds over eight December games. He is putting up career numbers in a contract season (surprise, surprise) and has emerged as a top option for all Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh (illness) and C Andrea Bargnani (ankle) will play on Tuesday against Minnesota. The cold Bosh was suffering from and Bargnani's ankle issues will not keep them out, reports the team's play-by-play announcer Paul Jones via Twitter.
Analysis: Bosh is clearly worth starting at all times in Fantasy play. Be glad he didn't have to miss any time with this latest ailment and keep him active in all Fantasy lineups.
News: The National Post reports Raports forward Chris Bosh (cold), center Andrea Bargnani (ankle) and guard Jose Calderon (hip) each went through Tuesday's shootaround. They are game-time decisions but all three should play against Minnesota.
Analysis: It appears safe to keep Bosh, Bargnani and Calderon active in all leagues for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh left practice Monday due to an illness, according to the Raptors' official website. He is expected to play Tuesday, however.
Analysis: Fantasy owners making lineup decisions for Week 7 (Dec. 7-13) should keep this in mind, but there's no real need to reserve Bosh it would appear. The Raptors play four games in Week 7 and it's unlikely he'll miss any real time. Just be aware is all.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, who averages 25.2 points and leads the league with 16 double-doubles, had a season-low two points in only 16 minutes Wednesday at Atlanta. He sat out much of the first half with foul trouble and most of the second half after the Hawks led by more than 20 points. The two points were Bosh's low total since scoring one point at Milwaukee on Nov. 6, 2007.
Analysis: No worries here. Flukes like these happen from time to time. It's nothing more than an aberration for a player like Bosh, who probably offers the best combination of points and rebounds of any player in the NBA. Keep him active in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh had another ridiculous game on Sunday in a loss to the Suns. Bosh scored 30 points on 13 of 26 shooting and added 17 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh has 12 double-digit rebound games in his last 13 contests for the Raptors and is averaging over 25 points per game this season. He is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues. Toronto plays four times in Week 6.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 20 points and grabbed 13 rebounds on Friday in a loss at Boston. He shot 9 of 13 and added two steals.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 25.1 points and 11.9 rebounds per game this season and has three straight double-doubles. Toronto plays four times in Week 6 and Bosh is a must-start as always.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored 32 points Wednesday at Utah, topping 30 for the first time in five games. He also pulled down a season-high 17 boards, giving him seven straight double-doubles. He's averaging 25.3 points and 12.6 rebounds during that stretch.
Analysis: Those averages really aren't too far off from Bosh's season averages. He offers perhaps the best combination of points and rebounds of any player in the league, making him a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh recorded his fourth straight double-double on Friday in a win at the Clippers. Bosh scored 21 points on 7 of 17 shooting and grabbed 14 rebounds. He added a season-high six assists.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 28 points and 12 rebounds on the season and his assist numbers for a big man are solid as well at 2.2 per game. He's also giving you one block per contest and remains a No. 1 Fantasy option for use at all times. The Raptors play four times in Week 4 (Nov. 16-22).
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh topped 30 points for the third time this season Monday at San Antonio, finishing with 32 points and 10 rebounds to give him five double-doubles so far.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged at least 22 points each of the last four seasons and should contribute about 10 rebounds to go along with them. He's clearly one of the best forwards in Fantasy and a must-start in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh went 9 for 9 on field goals on Friday in a win at New Orleans to score 27 points. He went 1 for 1 from three-point range and grabbed seven rebounds with a block.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 29 points and 11.8 rebounds per game this season for the Raptors and that comes with a block per night as well. He's 4 for 4 from three-point range in five games this season as well. He is easily a No. 1 Fantasy option for use at all times in Fantasy.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh recorded his second straight double-double to open the season on Friday at Memphis. Bosh scored 37 points in the game on 13 of 25 shooting with a three. He added 12 rebounds, four assists and two blocks.
Analysis: Bosh has been spectacular to open the season with 29 points, 15 boards and three assists per game. Continue to use him as a No. 1 option in Fantasy in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 21 points and ripped down 16 rebounds on Wednesday in a win over Cleveland. Bosh shot 6 of 17 from the field.
Analysis: Bosh will be a double-double per night for Toronto this season and remains a No. 1 Fantasy option in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh was able to return to action in the second preseason game against the Timbewolves on Friday night. He missed the first preseason game with a strained left hamstring. Bosh played 11 minutes out of the starting lineup and scored 9 points with 7 rebounds and a block. He went 4 of 8 from the field and even hit a three. "It's a start," Bosh said. "Sunday will be a really good measuring stick, just to see how fast my body's going to react to this whole thing. And hopefully I'll be able to go five minutes without getting tired." Toronto will host Washington on Sunday. Raptors coach Jay Triano said before Friday's game he planned to limit Bosh to the first half against the Wolves. "Sometimes your first game back you're rusty and you look lethargic out there, but he looked like he had bounce," Triano said. "He looked good until he fatigued."
Analysis: The Raptors are taking it easy with their star player and Fantasy owners should not be too concerned that he is missing preseason games and playing limited minutes. He is expected to be ready in plenty of time for the season. He is a 20-and-10 capable forward who offers suitable numbers across the board and is worth drafting in the first round of any Fantasy hoops league. If you are able to land him in Round 2, you've done well for yourself.
News: The Raptors played without All-Star Chris Bosh in their preseason opener against Philadelphia. He is dealing with a strained left hamstring.
Analysis: The Raptors are taking it easy with their star player and Fantasy owners should not be too concerned that he is missing preseason games. He is expected to be ready in plenty of time for the season. He is a 20-and-10 capable forward who offers suitable numbers across the board and is worth drafting in the first round of any Fantasy hoops league. If you are able to land him in Round 2, you've done well for yourself.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Chris Bosh is expected to miss the entire first week of practices due to his strained left hamstring. The four-time All-Star first felt soreness during a training session at home in Dallas. The pain returned during a workout in Toronto last Wednesday.
Analysis: Bosh should be ready in time to participate in preseason action and is in no danger of missing any regular season time at this point. Bosh will be in a contract year and will be looking to maintain his status as one one of the more sought after free agents in the NBA going into a big free agent offseason this season. He is a 20-and-10 capable forward who offers suitable numbers across the board and is worth drafting in the first round of any Fantasy hoops league. If you are able to land him in Round 2, you've done well for yourself.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh is expected to miss the start of training camp because of a strained left hamstring. The team made the announcement on Friday. The four-time All-Star first felt soreness during a training session at home in Dallas last week. The pain returned during a workout in Toronto on Wednesday.
Analysis: The Raptors are scheduled to open their five-day training camp Tuesday in Ottawa. They begin exhibition play Oct. 6 against the 76ers. Bosh averaged a career-high 22.7 points and 10.0 rebounds last year. The six-year veteran will be a free agent at the end of the season. He will be reevaluated when the team returns to Toronto after the camp. Hopefully Bosh won't miss the start of the regular season, but Fantasy owners certainly need to monitor the status of his injury leading up to Draft Day and the 2009-10 season. When healthy, Bosh is a dominant No. 1 Fantasy option.
News:Chris Bosh doesn't plan to sign a contract extension with the Toronto Raptors this summer and is preparing to become a free agent at the end of next season. Bosh is in the final year of a deal that will pay him $15.7 million. While Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo has spoken optimistically in the past about signing Bosh to an extension this summer, Bosh said that isn't his intention.
Analysis: Bosh said leaving his status up in the air could actually help both himself and the Raptors, who missed the playoffs this season with a 33-49 record. "(When) I signed a three-year (extension in 2006)... I had a goal in mind, and that was to put myself in the best position (in 2010) ... I'm thinking I just want to stick to my goal, stick to what I was doing," Bosh told reporters. "That's a part of the plan ... I just want to address things (after) next season. There's a reason why I did things the way I did them back then."Should Bosh become a free agent in 2010, he'll join a crop of players that could include LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Amare Stoudemire and Steve Nash. He is an elite talent and will be a No. 1 Fantasy option next season.
News: Raptors GM Bryan Colangelo will offer forward Chris Bosh a contract extension this summer. Colangelo hopes an uncertain economy will be enough to keep the four-time All-Star off the open market and with Toronto for as many as five more seasons. Bosh has two years and approximately $33 million remaining on his current contract, but can opt out after next season, joining a hotly anticipated group of free agents that could include LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Amare Stoudemire. A six-year veteran who averaged 22.7 points and 10.0 rebounds this year, Bosh signed his current contract on July 14, 2006. Under the NBA's collective bargaining agreement, Toronto can re-sign Bosh for three more seasons after the three-year anniversary of that deal. "Chris is still the best player on this team and thus will remain the cornerstone of the franchise," Colangelo said Monday, recapping Toronto's 33-49 season. "I will sit down and talk to him and his agent this summer about the possibility of signing an extension." If Bosh rejects the idea of a long-term commitment, however, Colangelo may be forced to explore trade options.
Analysis: If Bosh signs the extension, that would take away some extra motivation for him entering the year as a free agent. For now, continue to monitor what happens with Bosh during the offseason and prior to next year. Regardless if Bosh signs a new deal or not, he will enter next year as a No. 1 Fantasy option in all formats.
News:Chris Bosh has seen the Toronto Raptors transform from a 27-win team to division champions over a single summer. That's why, after the Raptors won just 33 games and finished out of the playoffs this season, Bosh isn't in any rush to figure out his future. A four-time All-Star who averaged 22.7 points and 10.0 rebounds this season, Bosh is happy to remain with the Raptors while general manager Bryan Colangelo tries to engineer Toronto's return to a postseason contender. "I'm not going to demand a trade this summer," Bosh said Thursday as the Raptors cleaned out their lockers the morning after a season-ending road victory over Chicago. Bosh has two years and approximately $33 million left on his current contract but can opt out after next season, joining a hotly anticipated free agent market that could include LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Amare Stoudemire. He's already considered his future and likes what Toronto offers -for now. "I've been thinking about it," Bosh said. "I'm here right now, this is where I want to be, this is where I want to play basketball. I don't think I have to sit down really long and hard and just go on some kind of special trip to think about it. There's no pressure for me."
Analysis: A strong finish to an otherwise sour campaign has Bosh feeling better about Toronto's hopes. The Raptors won nine of their final 13, including a season-high six straight at one stretch. That streak ended with a home loss to New York on April 5, eliminating Toronto from playoff contention. "We won a huge chunk of our games in the last 13," Bosh said. "We went from 24 (wins) to 33 really fast. I had fun playing with them, I think we had a blast for the last month. We left everything on the court." Bosh will be a high-end option again next year.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored 25 points and ripped down 15 rebounds on Monday night in a win over Washington. Bosh shot 7-of-15 and even hit a three in the game. He added two steals, two blocks and five dimes.
Analysis: Bosh is a must-start at all times as he's averaging 22 points, 10 boards, 3.4 assists, 1.4 blocks and a steal per game over his last five games.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh led the Raptors in scoring on Sunday against the Sixers, putting in 22 points on 7-for-16 shooting. He added eight rebounds and three assists to his stat line as well. He also had a blocked shot, a steal and turned the ball over twice
Analysis: Bosh had scored 21 points in each of his last three games so he decided to mix things up a bit and get 22 on Sunday. Bosh is as consistent as they come in Fantasy and will be shooting for a big season in 2009-2010 as he will beable to opt out of his contract at the end of the season. He is a must-start option whenever healthy.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh had 31 points and 14 rebounds for the Raptors, whose season-high six-game winning streak came to an end on Sunday against the Knicks.
Analysis: Bosh's performance on Sunday was the second time in four games he has scored 31 points. He is averaging 24.8 points per game over his last five games with 13.4 boards. He's been as good as ever lately, making him still a must-start option.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh scored his smallest point total in his last five games on Saturday in a win at New York. Bosh still dropped 17 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. He added two steals and shot 6-of-18 on the afternoon.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 22 points, 14 rebounds, four dimes, 1.6 blocks, 1.2 steals and a solid percentage over his last five games. He's playing particularly well of late and remains a must-start option in all Fantasy formats.
News:Chris Bosh had 31 points and 15 rebounds as the Raptors beat the Bulls 134-129 Sunday. He has a double-double in three of his last four games.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging a 24-12-3-1-1 line over his last five games. He is also shooting 50 percent from the field in that span and is still a solid free throw shooter for a big man. Fantasy owners should continue to start him through thick and thin.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 35 points in Friday's game against Charlotte. He tied Vince Carter's Toronto record for free throws in a half by going 14-for-14 in the first. Carter made 14 second-half free throws against Phoenix on Dec. 30, 2000. Bosh started 18-for-18 from the line before missing. He finished 19-for-20. Bosh is averaging 22.4 points over his last five games.
Analysis: Bosh is just about averaging 23-and-9 this season to go with nearly a block per game, excellent field-goal percentage and good free throw shooting for a big man. Fantasy owners should continue to start him through thick and thin.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh picked up his third straight double-double Monday in a loss at Charlotte. Bosh scored 18 points to go with 14 boards. He added a block.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 21.4 points, 10.2 boards and a steal per game over his last five contests. Fantasy owners should continue to start him through thick and thin.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 30 points to go with 10 rebounds in Sunday's game against Utah. He has scored 30-plus points in back-to-back games and has double-doubles in three of their last five games.
Analysis: Bosh is just about averaging 23-and-9 this season to go with a block per game, excellent field-goal percentage and good free throw shooting for a big man. Fantasy owners should continue to start him through thick and thin.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh had 25 points, seven rebounds and two assists Tuesday at Houston. Bosh came up limping during the game after fighting Yao for a rebound. He appeared to aggravate the right knee injury that forced him to miss five games in February. Bosh stayed and played 40 minutes. This was his third game in his past four outings with at least 25 points.
Analysis: Bosh remains an elite Fantasy option, and hopefully he won't suffer any setbacks with the knee injury going forward. Keep Bosh active in all formats at this time.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 11 points with 12 rebounds in Sunday's game against the Knicks. It was his second game back from his knee injury. He averaged 11.5 points and 10.5 rebounds in the two games against the Knicks.
Analysis: Bosh played an average of 32.5 minutes in the two games, but did not appear to be his usual explosive self on offense. That should come soon. He does appear healthy enough that Fantasy owners should not fear a setback that would sideline him in the upcoming week. As long as he is healthy enough to suit up, he should start in any league.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh returned to action on Friday against the Knicks in a 127-97 loss, scoring 12 points and grabbing nine rebounds. It was the first game he had played since a loss to the Lakers on Feb. 4, missing five games with a knee injury. Friday night was the first time Bosh was able to play alongside forward Shawn Marion, who the Raptors acquired from Miami during All-Star weekend.
Analysis: Bosh didn't exactly make a thunderous return to the Raptors lineup after missing nearly two weeks, but did manage to play a pretty average 31 minutes in the game. Bosh is going to be a must-start through think and thin as long as he stays healthy the rest of the season.
News: The Toronto Star reports Friday that Raptors forward Chris Bosh is expected to start Friday against the Knicks. The paper has Bosh listed as a starter for the game after he has missed the past five games with a knee injury.
Analysis: It sounds like Bosh will return, but continue to monitor his status heading into the next scoring period. In daily leagues, Bosh is worth using against the Knicks since New York doesn't play much defense, and Bosh could be auditioning for his future team in 2010. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option and hopefully won't suffer any setbacks with the injury.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh was forced to miss Wednesday night's game against Cleveland with a knee injury. It's his fifth straight game that he's missed. "It's not anything he wants, it's not anything I want or the organization wants, he's just not 100 percent," Raptors coach Jay Triano said. "It makes it difficult for us but we've played without him before and we're going to hopefully not have to do it much longer." The Toronto Star says Bosh could practice Thursday and try to go Friday in New York.
Analysis: Keep Bosh reserved in daily leagues and hope he can return Friday against the Knicks. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option, but this injury could limit his play for the rest of the year.
News: The Toronto Star reports Raptors forward Chris Bosh is listed as day-to-day heading into Wednesday's game against Cleveland and has yet to take part in a full practice on his injured knee. The paper writes that "it'll be a miracle if he plays" against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: It appears like Bosh will miss another game with his knee. The safe option in daily leagues is to keep Bosh reserved until we hear otherwise that he's going to play. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option, but this injury could limit his play for the rest of the year.
News: The Globe and Mail reports Monday that Raptors forward Chris Bosh is still unsure if he will return Wednesday against Cleveland because of his injured knee. "It's OK. It's one of those things it's hard to tell," Bosh said. "You have your bad days; you have your good days. Walking around, it's hard to tell. You never can tell until you start running and stuff like that. Hopefully, we can get after it and see how it feels."Bosh said his current knee troubles won't require surgery: "That's the last thing I want to do. It hasn't been recommended. I would seek alternative measures." But he added it won't likely feel entirely comfortable until the offseason.
Analysis: Hopefully we'll know more prior to the Raptors game Wednesday, but it appears like Bosh could be limited this week. The safe option is to keep Bosh out for this scoring period and hope he can return at 100 percent. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option, but this injury could limit his play for the rest of the year.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh will not play in the NBA All-Star game Sunday because of a sprained right knee. He will be replaced by guard Mo Williams of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Raptors coach Jay Triano said that Bosh should be ready when the Raptors face Cleveland on Feb. 18. Bosh missed Wednesday's game against San Antonio after he missed Tuesday's game against Minnesota.
Analysis: Keep Bosh reserved in all leagues at this time and hope he can return after the All-Star break. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy forward in all scoring formats.
News:Chris Bosh missed Tuesday's game in Minnesota and it is "highly probable" he won't play Wednesday. Bosh has missed the past two games with a knee injury. He was also replaced on the All-Star roster by Mo Williams on Tuesday.
Analysis: Bosh will get the entire All-Star break to rest and likely should be fully recovered when the team returns to action next Wednesday, Feb. 18 against Cleveland. Fantasy owners in daily leagues should keep him reserved Wednesday. Fantasy owners in weekly leagues should count on having him active as a No. 1 forward for Week 17.
News: The Toronto Sun reports Raptors forward Chris Bosh, who missed the past two games with a knee injury, will likely will sit Tuesday in Minnesota and Wednesday at home against San Antonio to make sure his sprained knee is healed after the All-Star break.
Analysis: Bosh, who averages 22.7 points and 9.5 rebounds, left Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. It appears like he will rest until the All-Star break, so keep him reserved in all leagues at this time. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option in all leagues.
News: Toronto was without PF Chris Bosh for the second straight game on Saturday night against the Grizzlies. Bosh is suffering from a sprained right knee. Bosh, who averages 22.7 points and 9.5 rebounds, left Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers with 8:50 left in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: The good news here for the must-start Fantasy power forward is that he was on the active list for the Raptors, though he didn't dress. Toronto could get him back for Tuesday's game at Minnesota, of course, there is always the possibility that he will continue to rest his knee for the second half of the season so be careful heading into the shortened Week 16 (Feb. 9-15).
News: As expected, Toronto F Chris Bosh was not in the Raptors lineup on Friday when they took on the Hornets. He sprained his ankle on Wednesday against the Lakers and it was reported that he wouldn't play in the game. He is questionable for Saturday's game at Memphis.
Analysis: Hopefully more information will come out on Bosh's injury and we'll be better able to determine if Bosh is an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period. The best case scenario is that he would come back Saturday against Memhpis. Stay closely tuned to his injury status this weekend.
News: The Toronto Star reports Friday that Raptors forward Chris Bosh, who sprained his right knee Wednesday against the Lakers, will travel with the team Friday to New Orleans but will not be in the lineup against the Hornets.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Bosh's status because there's still a chance he could play, but it doesn't sound optimistic heading into the game. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy forward so hopefully he won't have to miss any time.
News: Forward Chris Bosh will travel with the Raptors to New Orleans but is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Hornets. Bosh left Wednesday's 115-107 home loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter with a sprained right knee. Tests performed following the game revealed no structural damage. Bosh is listed as day-to-day for games after Friday.
Analysis: It sounds like Bosh should be able to play Friday against the Hornets, but continue to monitor his status and hope he can play. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy forward so hopefully he won't have to miss any time.
News: Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh left the Raptors' game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Lakers because of a sprained right knee. Bosh, who came in averaging 23 points and 9.5 rebounds, walked to the locker room alongside the trainer with 9:50 remanining in the fourth. He had 12 points and eight rebounds in 29 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh is a must-start Fantasy forward at all times for the Raptors. Check back to find out the extent of this injury because losing Bosh would definitely be a major hit to your Fantasy roster.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh didn't rebound much on Tuesday in a loss at Cleveland but he scored well with 29 points on 11-of-19 shooting. Bosh had just three boards, two steals and two assists in 39 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh is still averaging seven rebounds per game over his last five, which is almost three below his season average. You have to keep him starting in all Fantasy leagues, however, with 21.4 points per game.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh led his team in scoring on Friday, dropping 18 points on 6-of-15 shooting against the Bucks in a losing effort. Bosh was a rebound away from a double-double with nine of them.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 23 points and 10 rebounds on the season, but is performing slightly under those numbers of late, with the rebounding average over his last five games only at 6.8. He is still a top option no matter what, so keep him active in all leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored a game-high 31 points in Sunday's game against Sacramento. He also added eight rebounds and two blocks. He is averaging 21.8 points and 9.0 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: Bosh is just about averaging 23-and-10 this season to go with nearly a block per game, excellent field-goal percentage and good free throw shooting for a big man. Fantasy owners should continue to start him through thick and thin.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 17 points, six rebounds and two assists in Friday's game at Chicago to go with six steals and two blocks in 40 minutes. It was his second straight game with under 10 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh is still averaging 9.6 boards in January and is close to being a 20-and-10 guy once again. He is getting upwards of 15 shots per game and Fantasy owners should keep him active in all leagues through thick and thin.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 20 points with 12 rebounds and four assists in Sunday's game against Phoenix. He tweaked his ankle in the fourth quarter when he landed on Shaquille O'Neal's foot while fighting for a rebound, but he was able to stay in the game.
Analysis: It was a good sign that Bosh was able to play on, but the fact that he twisted the ankle means Fantasy owners should be at least a little cautious about him for Monday's quick turnaround. The Raptors play an afternoon game Monday in Atlanta.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh, a two-time All-Star, finished with 25 points and 16 rebounds against the Pacers on Friday. Bosh is averaging 23 points and 10.6 rebounds as he remains one of the top big men in the league.
Analysis: The Raptors have dropped four straight games, but don't look at Bosh's performance to explain the drop off. He right on his average in scoring and has increased his rebounding total over the last five games. He remains one of the best options out there in all formats.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 15 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks in Sunday's game against the Celtics. He has recorded double-doubles in four of his last five games.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging just under a double-double this season with 9.8 rebounds per game, but he has displayed 20-and-10 production all season and remains an elite option in all formats.
News: Playing for the fourth straight game frontcourt mate Jermaine O'Neal, Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 31 points, 11 rebounds and five assists Monday at Milwaukee, shooting 12-for-14 from the field. He now has double-doubles in four of his last five games.
Analysis: Bosh is having arguably the best year of his stellar career and remains a Fantasy stud with or without O'Neal. Unless you have a problem with 24 points and 10 rebounds per game, keep him active.
News:Chris Bosh scored 23 points and added 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors overcame Dwight Howard's big game to beat the Magic 108-102 on Sunday. After seven lead changes, Bosh broke a 101-all tie with a pair of free throws with 2:27 left, putting the Raptors on top for good. Bosh finished 13-for-14 from the line, including 7-for-8 in the fourth quarter. "Every game from now on is the biggest game of the year," Bosh said. "We'll take any win, any way we can get it." He added 11 rebounds and a block in the game.
Analysis: Bosh is playing as well as any forward in basketball right now with 25 points and 10 boards over his last five games. Bosh has played well this season and remains a No. 1 Fantasy option in all scoring formats. Hopefully this production will continue all year.
News: Toronto forward Chris Bosh had 30 points and 14 rebounds for Toronto at Golden State on Monday. Bosh now has 30 points in two of his past four games and has three double-doubles in his past seven games.
Analysis: Bosh has played well this season and remains a No. 1 Fantasy option in all scoring formats. Hopefully this production will continue all year.
News: A torrid fourth quarter by Chris Bosh, coupled with an untimely injury to Zach Randolph, helped the Toronto Raptors hold off the Los Angeles Clippers. Bosh scored 18 of his 31 points in the final period and the Raptors snapped a five-game losing streak with a 97-75 victory on Monday night. "If you look at the lineup we had in there, Chris was going to be the focal point," interim coach Jay Triano said. "We didn't really have a lot of points on the floor, but I said, 'It doesn't matter. We're giving the ball to Chris, and they can't stop him.'" Bosh scored 12 consecutive Toronto points during a 3:02 span -- including a pair of 3-pointers and a three-point play -- to help increase a 15-point lead to 92-73 with 4:43 remaining. He got a tad greedy and shot an airball from 25 feet about a minute later, much to the delight of the crowd of 16,094. "Coach just told me to keep being aggressive," Bosh said. "I saw right away from the beginning of the fourth quarter that he was just going to put the ball in my hands and make plays for myself. So I just wanted to be assertive and attack the rim. Once I started doing that, everything opened up."
Analysis: Bosh remains an elite Fantasy option and is capable of nights like this on a regular basis. Continue to start him in all leagues as a No. 1 forward.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 22 points with 16 rebounds in Friday's game at the Thunder. He added 16 rebounds in his first double-double in four contests.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 18.5 points and 9.6 rebounds in December, down from the 26.4 points and 10.2 rebounds he averaged in November. Perhaps this is an indication that he is about to go on another huge run again. Either way, he remains an elite Fantasy option for any format.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 25 points with eight rebounds and six assists in Sunday's game against New Orleans. He is averaging 18.4 points and 7.8 assists over his last five games.
Analysis: There just are not many better Fantasy options at the moment than Bosh. Continue to start him in all leagues. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues through thick and thin.
News: PF Chris Bosh scored 18 points and had five rebounds and three assists against the Nets on Friday. Bosh had reached double-digits in rebounding the past two games, but failed to equal that on Friday.
Analysis: Bosh has always been a points and rebounds machine, but he's having his best season in an already stellar career. He looks like one of Fantasy's elite and should remain active in all leagues.
News: In a game where the Cavaliers pulled ahead early, Raptors PF Chris Bosh equaled his season low with nine points in 32 minutes Tuesday at Cleveland -- 16 below his season average. He also had 11 rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Bosh has always been a points and rebounds machine, but he's having his best season in an already stellar career. He looks like one of Fantasy's elite and should remain active in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, who scored at least 40 points in two of his last four games, dropped 39 against the Bobcats on Wednesday, finishing with 11 rebounds to give him his eighth double-double in 14 games. He shot 15-for-20 from the field.
Analysis: Bosh has always been a points and rebounds machine, but he's having his best season in an already stellar career. He looks like one of Fantasy's elite and should remain active in all leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 24 points with six rebounds and a block in Sunday's game against Boston. He even added a three-pointer and was 9-for-10 from beyond the foul line. He is averaging 29.6 points 10.2 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: There just are not many better Fantasy options at the moment than Bosh. Continue to start him in all leagues. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues through thick and thin.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 42 points in Friday's overtime loss to New Jersey. It was the second time in his last three games he reached the 40-point mark and the third time in his last five games he's had at least 30 points.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 30.8 points and 11.4 rebounds over his last five games and there just are not many better Fantasy options at the moment. Continue to start him in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, off to a hot start with 25 points in seven of his first nine games, kept right on scoring Tuesday at Orlando, finishing with a season-high 40 points on 14-of-19 shooting. He also had a season-high 18 rebounds, giving him his sixth double-double of the season, and four assists.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging over 25 points and 10 rebounds per game, becoming even more of a Fantasy stud after averaging more than 22 points each of the last three seasons. Keep him active in all leagues, obviously.
News: In his two games since he was held to his lowest total of the season with nine points against Boston, Chris Bosh has scored 27 points and 30 points.
Analysis: Bosh had 27 points and seven rebounds with an assist and two blocks Sunday against Miami. It seems the little snag he hit against Boston was just that. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues through thick and thin.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Chris Bosh was held to nine points Monday by the aggressive defense of Kevin Garnett in Boston, the first time he's been in single figures this season.
Analysis: Bosh had scored at least 20 points in each of his first six games this season with at least eight rebounds in each game. He was held to just seven on Monday. The Celtics devoted nearly all of their defensive attention down low to Garnett, leaving Jermaine O'Neal open to score 23 points with 11 rebounds. Expect Bosh to right the ship soon.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh continued his solid play Sunday at Charlotte. He finished with 30 points, 15 rebounds, three assists and two blocks while shooting 12-for-19 from the field in 43 minutes on the floor.
Analysis: Bosh has scored at least 20 points in each of his first six games this season with at least eight rebounds in each game. He's producing at an elite level right now and should continue to start in all leagues.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh played 45 minutes against the Pistons in defeat on Wednesday night and led the way scoring 26 points. He added 13 rebounds and missed both threes he attempted.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging 26 points and better than 10 rebounds per game over his first four games this season. Bosh is a must-start every week in Fantasy and has gotten off to a very nice start.
News: Toronto PF Chris Bosh started at power forward in Wednesday's season opening win in Philadelphia with Jermaine O'Neal starting at center. Bosh led the way for the Raptors with 27 points and 11 rebounds. He added four assists and a block in the game.
Analysis: Bosh will play two more games in Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2) and remaining two of those games come against a Warriors team that gave up the most points in the NBA last season (108.8 ppg) and a Milwaukee team that gave up the seventh most (103.9 ppg). Bosh is a must-start every week in Fantasy and has gotten off to a very nice start.
News: The Raptors are one of the three-game teams in Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2) and two of those games come against a Warriors team that gave up the most points in the NBA last season (108.8 ppg) and a Milwaukee team that gave up the seventh most (103.9 ppg). That means that their roster should be ripe with one-week, stopgap options to choose from.
Analysis: The Raptors will have a bit of a new look as they hit the floor for the first time in the regular season with Jermaine O'Neal next to Chris Bosh in the low post. He should be healthy and motivated on a team that figures to contend and, in leagues that allow dual eligibility, he will be picking up center status likely within the first five games of the season. Both Bosh and O'Neal are clearly must-starts this week. The same goes for Jose Calderon, who is now the undisputed starter with T.J. Ford in Indiana.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had a team-high 26 points and 11 rebounds in Saturday's preseason game against the Clippers. He added an assist and a steal in 35 minutes on the floor.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds, but that has not been an issue in the preseason. The fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored eight points with seven rebounds in Team USA's gold medal win over Spain at the Beijing Olympics. He averaged 9.1 points and 6.1 rebounds at the Olympics.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 11 points with 10 rebounds in Friday's Olympic semifinal win over Argentina for Team USA. He is averaging 9.3 points and 6.0 rebounds through seven games.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 10 points in 17 minutes of action Wednesday against Australia for Team USA in a quarterfinal win at the Beijing Olympics.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had just two points in Saturday's win over Spain for Team USA at the Beijing Olympics. He did bring down seven rebounds, though. Bosh had scored 18 points with five rebounds in his previous game against Greece.
Analysis: Bosh has done everything Coach K has asked of him and has missed just two of the 16 shots he's taken. Thursday was the first time he got more than 15 minutes. He hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News:Chris Bosh has come on strong for Team USA in the three games through Thursday, putting up his best numbers Thursday against Greece (18 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks, 2 steals).
Analysis: Bosh has done everything Coach K has asked of him and has missed just two of the 16 shots he's taken. Thursday was the first time he got more than 15 minutes. He hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh has made seven of eight shots in the first two games of pool play for Team USA at the Beijing Olympics. He has totaled 17 points and 10 rebounds in 27 minutes of play. Bosh, like all of the NBA players on Team USA, has not had to play extensively and isn't playing the same role he'll play for his NBA team this fall.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking. He'll enter the 2008-09 season worthy of a pick in the first two rounds in Fantasy drafts, but be prepared to do without him for 15-20 games if his pattern of missing game continues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh played under 11 minutes for Team USA in Tuesday's tuneup game against Australia. He shot 3-for-3 from the field and finished with nine points and four rebounds. He also blocked one shot.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers decline a bit in 2007-08. It won't help matters that Jermaine O'Neal will be around this season to take some of his rebounds. But the fact remains that when Bosh is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking. He'll enter the 2008-09 season worthy of a pick in the first two rounds in Fantasy drafts, but be prepared to do without him for 15-20 games if his pattern of missing game continues.
News: USA Basketball announced its 12-man roster Monday for the upcoming Olympic Summer Games in Beijing, China. Named to the 2008 USA Basketball Senior National Team were: Carmelo Anthony (Denver Nuggets); Carlos Boozer (Utah Jazz); Chris Bosh (Toronto Raptors); Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers); Dwight Howard (Orlando Magic); LeBron James (Cleveland Cavaliers); Kidd; Chris Paul (New Orleans Hornets); Tayshaun Prince (Detroit Pistons); Michael Redd (Milwaukee Bucks); Dwyane Wade (Miami Heat); and Deron Williams (Utah Jazz).
Analysis: While it is certainly an honor for these players to be representing their country in the Olympics, it is worth noting that often times players that have played in competitive play during the offseason have suffered the affects of it during the following NBA season. They will be at risk to injuries and overall fatigue in the upcoming season, but most of these players will still be drafted in the first couple of rounds come Draft Day. Just make sure to monitor them not only in the Olympics, but also during training camp and the preseason to see how they deal with the extra workload.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh made his first All-Star team during the 2007-08 regular season, averaging 22.3 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 67 appearances. He missed some time with a knee injury, but did seem to get over the plantar fasciitis injury that plagued him the previous season.
Analysis: Bosh hasn't played more than 70 games in any of the last three seasons and actually saw his rebounding numbers declined a bit in 2007-08. But the fact remains that when he is healthy, he is an elite Fantasy forward for the combination of scoring, rebounding and shot blocking. He'll enter the 2008-09 season worthy of a pick in the first two rounds in Fantasy drafts, but be prepared to do without him for 15-20 games if his pattern of missing game continues.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh only had 15 points, six rebounds and three assists Monday against the Heat. He only played 31 minutes and only took seven shots from the field, making three. He was 9-of-12 from the foul line.
Analysis: This was only the second time in his past eight games that Bosh has played less than 40 minutes. He has been a dominant player this year and durable for the most part. Look for that to continue heading into 2008-09.
News: Despite having secured a playoff spot, Chris Bosh played 43 minutes in Sunday's loss at Detroit. He scored 30 points with 10 rebounds and has double-doubles in three of his last four games. He had nine rebounds in the only game in which he didn't record a double-double.
Analysis: Bosh has played under 40 minutes in a game just once (38 minutes) in his last seven games. Fantasy owners have to appreciate that as studs around the league are taking time off to rest before the playoffs.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh went for 32 points, 11 rebounds and two assists Wednesday against Milwaukee.
Analysis: Bosh now has two consecutive double-doubles and two 32-point outings in his past five games. Consider him a great start as the season comes to a close in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 24 points with five rebounds and two assists in Wednesday's loss at Atlanta while playing 47 minutes. He's averaged 25.4 ppg, 7.2 rpg and 2.8 apg over his last five contests.
Analysis: Bosh has scored 20-plus points in four straight and five of his last six games since returning from his knee injury. Fantasy owners should expect more of the same down the stretch.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh had 21 points, seven rebounds and three assists Sunday against New Orleans.
Analysis: Bosh has played well since coming back from his knee injury. Look for a strong finish from the forward and consider him a must-start in all Fantasy leagues at this time.
News:Chris Bosh came one assist shy of a triple-double, finishing with 17 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists as Toronto lost for the seventh time in eight games Sunday against Denver.
Analysis: The good news is that Bosh appears to be completely over his knee injury. He's now posted 15-plus points in back-to-back games. It's safe to start the Fantasy stud if you were waiting to see how he fared this week before activating him.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh's presence delivered instant results eventhough he didn't do the same. The Raptors leading scorer and rebounder was back Wednesday against the Heat after missing nine games with a sore right knee. Toronto was 2-7 without him, but crushed the Heat 96-54 Wednesday. Bosh played a minor role with eight points, eight rebounds and one assist. He went 2-for-10 from the field in 23 minutes.
Analysis: A little rustiness from the field had to be expected for Bosh after such a long layoff. The good news is that he is back in action and should be back to his normal dominance as long as he doesn't suffer a setback. It appears safe to activate Bosh in all Fantasy formats.
News:Chris Bosh plans to be back on the court Wednesday when the Toronto Raptors host the Miami Heat. The Raptors forward posted the news on his Web site Tuesday, saying "Great news! Fresh off the press! I'm playing tomorrow!" Bosh has been increasing his workload gradually to prepare for his return. "I've been working out for the past couple of days getting back in shape and my knee has responded pretty well," he said. "I'm really excited because I've been waiting for a while now, watching on the bench every game. I'm finally back now!"
Analysis: Bosh's return is good news for a Raptors squad that has struggled without its leading scorer and rebounder. Bosh has missed Toronto's last nine games with a sore right knee, and the Raptors (34-33) have gone 2-7 without him, including going 0-5 on their recent West Coast road swing. Fantasy owners are equally happy now that one of their best options can help them out once again. Don't be surprised if Bosh's minutes are limited at first. The Raptors just don't want him to suffer any setbacks or struggle with the injury the rest of the season.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh (knee) hopes to return Wednesday against Miami, according to the Toronto Sun. "I worked out a little bit (Saturday) and my legs felt weak so I need to get in the weight room and do things I couldn't do before and that'll give me the confidence I've been looking for," Bosh said.
Analysis: Bosh has missed eight games and will miss Sunday and Monday as well. That means he'll play three games in a best-game scenario next week. If you trust his prognosis, he's a must-start. This would make Rasho Nesterovic a poor start for the upcoming week.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh (knee) was not back in the lineup Friday at Denver. He has missed the last eight games, and his return date is unknown.
Analysis: The Raptors aren't happy that Bosh continues to miss games, and neither are Fantasy owners. There is no timetable for his return, so continue to keep the must-start Fantasy option reserved.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh (knee) was not back in the lineup Wednesday against the Warriors. He has missed the last seven games and his return date is unknown.
Analysis: The Raptors aren't happy that Bosh continues to miss games, and neither are Fantasy owners. There is no timetable for his return, so continue to keep the must-start Fantasy option reserved.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh sat out his sixth straight game Tuesday at the Lakers, and according to the Toronto Star, he might be out even longer than expected. Bosh said Monday he's no further along than he was on the weekend and his days are spent mainly getting treatment. His most physical work is riding a stationary bike. For now, the Raptors will let the 23-year-old do as he's done in the past, try to work through the pain and wait patiently until he's able to get back in action.
Analysis: Bosh should be considered too risky to start in Fantasy right now -- especially if you are in a must-win situation. Andrea Bargnani should fill in some of the scoring void Bosh will leave and Rasho Nesterovic will provide some cheap rebounding in his stead.
News: According to the Toronto Star, Raptors forward Chris Bosh might be out even longer than expected. Bosh said Monday he's no further along than he was on the weekend and his days are spent mainly getting treatment. His most physical work is riding a stationary bike. For now, the Raptors will let the 23-year-old do as he's done in the past, try to work through the pain and wait patiently until he's able to get back in action. What was originally thought to be knee pain that would keep him out of a three-game trip to Charlotte, Orlando and Miami last week now includes two games at home and at least the first two of this current trip. And no one is suggesting he's close to returning for the final three outings of the trek. "It's really going to depend on how he's feeling," coach Sam Mitchell said.
Analysis: Bosh should be considered too risky to start for the upcoming scoring period -- especially if you are in a must-win situation. Andrea Bargnani should fill in some of the scoring void Bosh will leave and Rasho Nesterovic will provide some cheap rebounding in his stead.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh will miss at least two more games with a sore right knee and it could be much longer, according to the Sports Xchange. The only exercise he's been able to do in the last week is riding a stationary bike. "At least I can get my heart rate up," he said.
Analysis: Bosh should be considered too risky to start for the upcoming scoring period -- especially if you are in a must-win situation. Andrea Bargnani should fill in some of the scoring void Bosh will leave and Rasho Nesterovic will provide some cheap rebounding in his stead.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh missed his fifth straight game with a sore right knee Sunday against the Sixers. According to the Toronto Globe and Mail, the team doesn't expect him back soon.
Analysis: Bosh should be considered too risky to start for the upcoming scoring period -- especially if you are in a must-win situation. Andrea Bargnani should fill in some of the scoring void Bosh will leave and Rasho Nesterovic will provide some cheap rebounding in his stead.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh missed his fourth straight game with a sore right knee Friday against the Wizards. According to the Globe and Mail, the team doesn't expect him back soon.
Analysis: Keep an eye on what happens with Bosh in the next few days before determining what to do with your lineup. If he's out for an extended period of time, the safe bet is to keep Bosh reserved in all leagues. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option, and you want him to be 100 percent in time for the Fantasy playoffs.
News: According to the Globe and Mail, NBA all-star forward Chris Bosh left the first quarter of a game against the Pacers complaining of soreness in his right knee. Three missed games later, it's not clear when he'll be back. "We're not putting a timetable on it," Bryan Colangelo, the Raptors' president and general manager, said Friday. Asked when he'll be ready to play, Bosh said: "Shoot, when I'm pain-free. I think it's too early. I'm still waiting for it to start progressing. It's the same old." The Raptors will be home for two games before leaving on a trip against Western Conference teams, and Colangelo allowed that the Raptors may be without their best player when they head out. "There is the possibility he's going to miss all or some of that trip," the GM said.
Analysis: Keep an eye on what happens with Bosh in the next few days before determining what to do with your lineup. If he's out for an extended period of time, the safe bet is to keep Bosh reserved in all leagues. When healthy, Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy option, and you want him to be 100 percent in time for the Fantasy playoffs.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Raptors forward Chris Bosh worked out in Orlando on Monday, though not with his teammates. Bosh hurt his right knee last week and is expected to miss the two games, Tuesdasy night in Orlando and Wednesday in Miami. A recent MRI revealed that there was no structural damage in the right knee, although it is still swollen and sore. He is listed as day-to-day.
Analysis: Keep Bosh reserved in all leagues this week. When healthy, he is a No. 1 Fantasy option. He is averaging team highs of 22.6 points and 8.9 rebounds in 52 games.
News: An MRI on the injured knee of Chris Bosh revealed that there is no structural damage to the knee -- which bothered Bosh in the pre-season -- but there is some swelling and reportedly some scar tissue, according to the Toronto Sun.
Analysis: Bosh is expected to miss games in Orlando Tuesday and in Miami on Wednesday. He is listed as day to day, but could be out for a week. He is averaging team highs of 22.6 points and 8.9 rebounds in 52 games.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Chris Bosh could be sidelined for "up to a week" with his knee injury. He will travel with the team on its upcoming road trip, but will do so "only as a spectator". "We're just going to give him some time," said coach Sam Mitchell. "Our thinking right now, unless something different happens, is not to even play him these next three games, give him some rest, let it calm down."
Analysis: Rasho Nesterovic will move into a starting spot next to Andrea Bargnani on the front line. This should benefit Bargnani from a Fantasy standpoint, but will really hurt Bosh's Fantasy owners for the upcoming scoring period. He'll have to be reserved in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh left Friday's game against the Pacers late in the first quarter with a sore right knee. Team officials said Bosh would not return to the game and will undergo further examination. The forward went to the locker room during a Raptors timeout with 2:23 left in the quarter. He had seven points and five rebounds before departing. An MRI of Bosh's knee revealed no structural damage, only minor swelling, leaving Bosh optimistic that he'd be healthy for Toronto's coming road trip to Charlotte, Orlando and Miami. "I think I know my body now," he said. "I've had things similar to this. I know if I take care of it, I'll be fine."
Analysis: Bosh missed much of the preseason with a sore knee and was sidelined for five games in late November and early December because of a strained groin. According to a team spokesman, Bosh tweaked his knee in Monday's victory at Indianapolis and felt sore again following Wednesday's home win over Minnesota. With the pain persisting, Bosh left Friday's game to prevent further injury. Bosh is averaging team highs of 22.9 points and 8.9 rebounds in 51 games. Sounds like he should be fine for the upcoming Fantasy scoring period.
News: Toronto F Chris Bosh is just 29 points away from surpassing Morris Peterson and moving into second place on the list of all-time top Toronto scorers. Peterson scored 6,598 points with the Raptors, Vince Carter leads the list with 9,420.
Analysis: Bosh is playing great recently and should be considered a No. 1 forward in all scoring formats.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh played only 27 minutes, including eight in the first half, after getting into foul trouble Sunday against the Knicks. He finished with 17 points, five rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Bosh has been something else in 2008. He has been averaging more than 21 points per game in the new year and was outstanding in January, averaging 27.7 points. The Raptors have tried to find other scoring avenues to help ease the pressure on Bosh, but it hasn't cut into his production. Continue to start him in all Fantasy formats.
News:Chris Bosh had 40 points -- going 14-for-16 from the field and 11-for-11 from the foul line -- and Jose Calderon had 19 points and 13 assists as the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 127-110 on Wednesday night. Bosh, who also had five rebounds and five assists, has reached 40 points four times this season.
Analysis: Bosh has been something else in 2008. He has been averaging more than 21 points per game in the new year and was outstanding in January as he scored 27.7 ppg. The Raptors have tried to find other scoring avenues to help ease the pressure off Bosh, but it hasn't cut into his production. Continue to keep him active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh shot 7-for-15 from the field in Sunday's All-Star game in New Orleans. He finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds and also added an assist in 22 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh's YouTube video campaign may have helped get him to New Orleans, but he proved he belonged. He averaged 22.5 ppg and 9.2 rpg prior to the break and remains an elite Fantasy forward.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 27 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and a block in Wednesday's blowout win over New Jersey.
Analysis: Bosh hits the All-Star break on a high note and thankfully has shown no signs of the plantar fasciitis that bugged him so much last season. Continue to start him in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh recorded his 22nd double-double of the season Friday against the Clippers, scoring 29 points and grabbing 12 rebounds before fouling out.
Analysis: Bosh remains a Fantasy monster and nightly double-double threat and has averaged 26.7 points over his last six games. Obviously, start him in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors All-Star PF Chris Bosh had 22 points and 15 rebounds Friday against the Lakers. He shot only 7-for-22 from the field, though.
Analysis: Bosh is coming off a huge month of January in which he averaged 27.7 points and 8.8 rebounds. The double-doubles haven't come as easily of late, as he has only two in his last eight games, but he remains a must-start in Fantasy.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh did all he could to help his team try and beat Washington into overtime Tuesday -- he even played for 50 minutes - but it just wasn't enough as Toronto lost 108-104. Bosh scored 37 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for his second double-double in seven games. He went 11 of 22 from the field and 14 of 18 from the free-throw line.
Analysis: Bosh has now scored 30 or more points in four of his last six games and 20 or more in all six of those contests. He is averaging 30.5 points in that span. Bosh remains the Raptors' best offensive weapon despite recent buzz of turning the focus away from him. His torrid January has him rated among the best of the best again in Fantasy. Keep him active.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 20 points for the 11th time in 12 games and 30 for the fifth time in eight games Friday against the Bucks. He had 32 points, seven rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Bosh remains the Raptors' best offensive weapon despite recent buzz of turning the focus away from him. His torrid January has him rated among the best of the best again in Fantasy. Keep him active.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored 20 or more points for the 10th time in 11 games when he scored 23 points Wednesday against the Celtics. He hit 8 of 11 shots and all seven of his free throws. He also had seven rebounds and one assists in the game.
Analysis: Head coach Sam Mitchell recently stated that he wanted to take the focus somewhat away from Bosh, so he is not the only offensive option on the floor. Not exactly great news for Fantasy owners, but not bad news either. Bosh is still the Raptors best offensive weapon and will get his points regardless. Mitchell just wants to open the floor a little for his big fella. It is still safe to start Bosh in all Fantasy formats.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, trying to earn an All-Star berth for the second straight season, had 35 points and nine rebounds Friday against the Hawks. He has now averaged 32.0 points and 10.8 rebounds over his last five games. "He just goes out and plays hard every night, and he tries to get better," Raptors coach Sam Mitchell said. "He is coachable, he listens to the things you tell him and the way he has played the last week and a half, he really cannot play any better."
Analysis: If nothing else, Bosh has proven himself an All-Star to his Fantasy owners. His 21.7 ppg and 9.3 rpg this season makes him a must-start even when not on a hot streak. The streak, though, can only help, of course.
News:Chris Bosh had 31 points and the Toronto Raptors spoiled Mike Bibby's season debut, beating the Sacramento Kings 116-91 on Wednesday night. Bosh, who added nine rebounds, has scored 20 or more in seven of Toronto's past eight games. He has 30 or more points in three of the last four games. His double-double streak did end Wednesday at three games.
Analysis: Bosh came into Wednesday's game averaging 26.8 points in January. He is playing his best basketball right now and needs to be starting in all Fantasy formats. He is a double-double threat on any given night.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 38 points, 14 rebounds, two assists and three blocks in Sunday's double overtime win against Portland.
Analysis: Bosh just missed having back-to-back 40-point games by two points. He's playing out of his mind right now and is clearly a must-start Fantasy stud.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh put together his third 40-point game of the season Friday at New York, scoring 40, pulling down 11 rebounds and dishing out three assists. He shot 14-for-30 from the field and 12-for-15 from the charity stripe.
Analysis: Bosh has scored at least 20 points in each of his last five games. He remains a top scorer and rebounder, ranking alongside Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett among Fantasy forwards. Keep him active.
News:Chris Bosh had 21 points and the Toronto Raptors beat Philadelphia 109-96 on Wednesday. He went 8-of-10 from the field and 5-of-6 from the free-throw line as he managed 20 or more points for the fourth straight game. Bosh also had one rebound and three assists in the game.
Analysis: Bosh has been a better rebounder than his efforts showed Wednesday, so don't be alarmed just yet. He continues to average more than 20 points per game and nearly averages a double-double with 9.3 rebounds. As long as he is healthy, start him in all Fantasy formats.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, fresh off a 23-point, 16-rebound game Friday, had 23 points and five rebounds Sunday against the Cavaliers. He shot 9-for-11 from the floor.
Analysis: Bosh, vying for a spot on the All-Star team, has averaged 25 points over his last three games. With season averages of 20.4 points and 9.5 rebounds entering Sunday, he remains a must-start in Fantasy.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had only 19 points on 7-of-20 shooting Saturday at Houston, meaning he has only 29 in two games since scoring a season-high 42 on Dec. 22. He also had 12 rebounds.
Analysis: When you complain about a 19-12 game, you know you have a pretty special player on your hands. Bosh is exactly that and averaging just under 20 points and 10 rebounds per game. Keep him active as a No. 1 forward in Fantasy.
News: After missing five straight games with a groin injury, Raptors PF Chris Bosh began to look like himself again in his fourth game back Friday at Indiana. He scored 22 points and pulled down 16 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh had really started to heat up before the groin injury, so maybe Friday's performance can get him back going again. He remains one of the better scoring rebounders in the NBA and a must-start in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh (groin) returned to the lineup Sunday at Houston. He had missed five consecutive games with his injury.
Analysis: This is great news for Fantasy owners as it means he'll be a safe start for the upcoming week. He's been plagued with injuries, though, and should be monitored closely.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh missed his fifth consecutive game with a groin injury Friday at Boston. He said earlier in the week that stretching exercises have strengthened his groin.
Analysis: Bosh is obviously a must-start when healthy, and this injury shouldn't keep him out much longer. We say activate him for Fantasy Week 7 unless he suffers a setback. He probably will miss a game here and there all season, though, with lingering pain from a prior foot injury.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh missed his fourth consecutive game with a groin injury Wednesday against the Suns. Bosh is still unable to run at full speed, but said days of stretching exercises have strengthened his groin. "I've progressed a lot," he said. "A lot of things that were hurting and I couldn't do, I'm now doing a better job of."
Analysis: Bosh leads the Raptors with 18.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. He is obviously a must-start Fantasy option when healthy. Bosh has been hit by the injury bug throughout his career and sometimes can be a Fantasy headache.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh sat out again Monday against the Bobcats. Bosh has not played since leaving in the second quarter of last Wednesday's victory over Memphis because of a strained groin. Toronto has split its past two games without Bosh, who leads the team with 18.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. "It's feeling a lot better," Bosh said. "I'm just trying to build toward playing really soon. I haven't really run at full speed since it happened."
Analysis: Bosh is obviously a must-start when healthy, and this injury shouldn't keep him out much longer. He probably will miss a game here and there all season, though, with lingering pain from a prior foot injury.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh (groin) missed a second straight game Saturday at Washington. He is still considered day to day.
Analysis: Bosh now becomes a very risky option for the upcoming scoring period, but the Raptors are slated for four games and we feel he's worth the risk.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh, Toronto's leading scorer and rebounder, had to sit out Friday's game against the Cavaliers after leaving Wednesday's game early in the second quarter with a strained groin. Andrea Bargnani started in his place.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged 18.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game this season. He withdrew from the U.S. team at last summer's FIBA Americas tournament because of lingering pain from a left foot injury, then missed much of the preseason with a sore knee. Bosh can't seem to shake the injury bug, but when healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh left Wednesday night's game against Memphis in the second quarter with a strained right groin. He did not return to the game. Bosh scored eight points in the first quarter but was seen speaking with head trainer Scott McCullogh during the break. He stayed on the bench for the first minute of the second period before re-entering the game. Bosh scored one more basket, then left at 9:44 and walked slowly to the locker room.
Analysis: Toronto's leading scorer and rebounder, Bosh is averaging 19.4 points and 8.4 rebounds this season. He withdrew from the US team at last summer's FIBA Americas tournament because of lingering pain from a left foot injury, then missed much of the preseason with a sore knee. Bosh can't seem to shake the injury bug at this time, but when healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News:LeBron James' third triple-double of the season Saturday was nearly offset by Chris Bosh, who led Toronto with 41 points to tie his career high. The 6-foot-10 forward was unstoppable near the basket, going 13-of-25 from the field and making 15 of 17 free throws. He left the game briefly after being accidentally hit above the left eye by James when he was going for a steal late in the third quarter. Bosh, who was bleeding, went to the locker room for stitches, but returned early in the fourth. "I'm trying to be aggressive every game," Bosh said. "I just have to keep it rolling."
Analysis: Bosh also had four rebounds and five assists. He entered Saturday's game struggling a bit to score this season, averaging only 17.9 points per game, but the 41 will go a long way to improving that. He remains one of the better scoring rebounders in the NBA and a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored a season-high 31 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, including six offensive boards, in Toronto's 105-99 loss to the Mavericks on Tuesday night. He played a season-high 45 minutes in the game.
Analysis: Bosh came into Tuesday night's contest in a bit of a slump, as he had only scored over 14 points once in his past four games, but this performance should put a smile back on his owners' faces as they will have been concerned last week. He is still turning the ball over, but 31 points will more than make up for those mistakes. He remains a solid low-end No. 1 Fantasy guard in all leagues.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 11 rebounds in Sunday's loss to Golden State, ending a streak of three straight games with less than 10 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh had 11 boards, but he also had just 11 points and turned the ball over six times. He hasn't lived up to his elite Fantasy level so far this season, coming into the game with pedestrian 16.8 ppg and 6.4 rpg averages. He remains too talented to sit in Fantasy play, but we understand your growing frustration with him. You just have to be patient.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 22 points in Friday's win vs. Indiana, but he was held under 10 rebounds for the third consecutive game. He brought down four rebounds in the win.
Analysis: Bosh is averaging just 6.4 rpg after he averaged 10.7 a season ago. There is no concrete reason for the drop in production in that area, but it is something to keep an eye on. He should be able to boost that average down the line and remains a must-start in Fantasy.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh had 24 points, 10 rebounds and three assists Friday at Philadelphia. He shot only 4-of-11 from the floor but made 16 of 18 free throws.
Analysis: Bosh now has two straight games with 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds since his one-point, two-rebound debacle Tuesday at Milwaukee. He remains a must-start in all leagues.
News: Raptors star forward Chris Bosh was held to one point and two rebounds in 16 minutes as Toronto fell 112-85 to the hot-shooting Milkwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.
Analysis: Bosh got in early foul trouble and never recovered as the Raptors got blown out. He's still battling some knee soreness from the injury that kept him out of most of the preseason, but said Tuesday that his knee had nothing to do with his poor performance. Bosh remains a top-10 forward for now, but he he will definitely slip down the rankings if he continues to put up performances like this one.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh scored 19 points with five blocks in Sunday's overtime loss to Boston. He added 10 rebounds, breaking the double-digit barrier for the first time this season in that category. Bosh is averaging 16.7 ppg, 6.3 rpg and 1.7 through the first week.
Analysis: Bosh will improve as he goes on. He's still battling some knee soreness from the injury that kept him out of most of the preseason. He saw 26 minute in the first game, 28 in the second and 44 on Sunday. As he goes on, his stat lines will improve to put him among the elite Fantasy forward producers.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh had 16 points with four boards and two blocks in Wednesday's opener vs. Philadelphia.
Analysis: That's a solid line, but it's not what you should expect from Bosh. Bosh swears that his plantar fasciitis is behind him, but you can't help but wonder if its still an issue. He's also coming off a knee injury that limited him at the end of the preseason. As long as he is healthy enough to start, he should be active in all leagues.
News: Chris Bosh, who had been out with an injured knee, played 15 minutes in his first appearance in four games Thursday night, finishing with 12 points in Toronto's 111-78 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers. After the game, Bosh said the knee was feeling fine and that his night was a success. "It's good," Bosh said. "It was good to get out there, I'm glad to see how it is to play in a game. I think my conditioning was pretty decent, and my knee was pretty good, so I'm feeling pretty comfortable right now."
Analysis: The Raptors played it cautiously with their star player, but it appears he is just fine and will be in the starting lineup for the team's opener Oct. 31 vs. Philadelphia. He's a must-start Fantasy beast in all leagues while healthy.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Raptors PF Chris Bosh will sit out at least one and possibly both of this week's exhibition games because of a sore left knee. The problem is similar to the soreness and swelling he had in the same knee last season and Bosh said he couldn't decide if it was more annoying or scary. "It's both, but I try not to let my emotions play into it," Bosh said after the Raptors' longish workout at the Air Canada Centre yesterday. "I'm just trying to stay on top of it because the body's funny; if you get too worried about something, it'll get worse. I'm just trying to stay relaxed."
Analysis: Bosh was examined by doctors after the team returned from Europe on Friday. He tweaked the joint in practice Oct.3, played in exhibition games Oct.5 and 6, then sat out last Thursday's loss to Real Madrid in Spain. Right now, he's aiming for a return to the floor on Friday. At this point, he is not in danger of missing any regular season time and he remains a worthy pick in the first two rounds on Draft Day in any format.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh missed Thursday's preseason game vs. Real Madrid in Spain with a sore knee.
Analysis: According to the Toronto Star the Raptors big man is going out of his way not to push himself, making sure he's at 100 percent for the start of the regular season. He is not in danger of missing any regular season action and remains a solid pick in the first two rounds.
News: Chris Bosh scored 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds as the Toronto Raptors held off a spirited Virtus Lottomatica Roma squad for a 93-87 preseason victory Sunday.
Analysis: Bosh continues to develop as one of the best young forwards in the NBA and is a double-double threat every night. He averaged double-digits in rebounds for the first time in his career last season at 10.7 per game. He also added 22.6 points and helped lead Toronto to the playoffs. The Raptors are hopeful Bosh will get them there again, and he's becoming one of the best young players in the NBA. He's a solid pick at the end of the first round or the beginning of the second.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Raptors forward Chris Bosh has learned to deal with his plantar fasciitis and he expects to be at 100 percent by the start of the season. "I expect to practice every day," Bosh said. "I think I got off to a slow start because I didn't practice that much. This year I expect to practice constantly, I expect to be 100 percent and I expect to get off to a good start."
Analysis: Bosh continues to develop as one of the best young forwards in the NBA and is a double-double threat every night. He averaged double-digits in rebounds for the first time in his career last season at 10.7 per game. He also added 22.6 points and helped lead Toronto to the playoffs. The Raptors are hopeful Bosh will get them there again, and he's becoming one of the best young players in the NBA. He's a solid pick at the end of the first round or the beginning of the second.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh played all 48 minutes of Sunday's win over New York, the first time he's gone the distance this season. However, he had his string of consecutive double-doubles snapped at 11 as he had 23 points but only eight rebounds.
Analysis: It is nice to see hime go the distance at a time when so many of the league's stars are seeing limited minutes. He could still be held back in the final three days of the regular season, though.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh has scored in double figures in all 64 games he's played this season. He also had 23 points and 13 rebounds Friday in Philadelphia for his seventh straight double-double.
Analysis: Bosh has been a monster all season, but he's really been amazing down the stretch and is helping many Fantasy GMs out there to win championships. He's a No. 1 option in all leagues, and hopefully he continues to dominate like he has recently.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh owns the Orlando Magic. With 28 points against them in Wednesday's win, he's scored 103 points in three games against Orlando this season, an average of 34.3 per game.
Analysis: It's too bad Bosh doesn't face the Magic every game. Regardless, he's a No. 1 option in all leagues, and hopefully he continues to dominate like he has recently.
News: Toronto forward Chris Bosh was named the Eastern Conference player of the week. He averaged 22.3 points and 14.8 rebounds in four games.
Analysis: Bosh has been a great Fantasy player this year and hopefully will continue this type of production as the season rolls on.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) scored 15 points to go along with 11 rebounds and two assists in 44 minutes in Monday's game at Boston.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Bosh back into the active Fantasy lineup in all leagues which allow daily transactions.
News: According to the Toronto Star, Raptors forward Chris Bosh, who left Friday's win over Denver with a mild sprain of his right ankle, will start at power forward Monday.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Bosh in your active lineup. Consider him a No. 1 option in all scoring formats.
News: Chris Bosh was injured in the third quarter of Toronto's easiest win of the season, a 121-94 rout of the Nuggets Friday night. He rolled his ankle and had to leave the game. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: Ankle injuries are becoming a recurring nightmare for the Raptors, and they could end up costing them the services of another key player in their next game. Fantasy GMs should continue to monitor his status for the upcoming week, but it is very possible that Bosh could miss at least one game. We'll have more information as it becomes known.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh had his 32nd double-double of the season with 34 points and 16 rebounds against Orlando on Wednesday night.
Analysis: It was also the 109th of his career. The next one he has will tie him with Antonio Davis for the all-time franchise high. He remains a terrific No. 1 option in all leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 21 points with seven boards Sunday at New York. He had 19 boards on Friday vs. Houston and had at least 10 boards in three of his last four games before being held to seven on Sunday.
Analysis: Since he was held to one board on March 6 vs. Washington, he's been unstoppable on the glass. Fantasy owners shouldn't worry about him being kept off the glass too often. He remains a terrific No. 1 option in all leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh had 27 points and 10 rebounds against Seattle Sunday; it was his first double-double in five games and his second in his last nine.
Analysis: Bosh's play on the glass should pick up soon. Fantasy owners shouldn't worry about him being kept off the glass too often. He remains a terrific No. 1 option in all leagues.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh, who had a season-low one rebound in 35 minutes Tuesday in Washington, came back with a strong night on the boards against Memphis on Wednesday. He had nine boards, the most he's had in a game in Toronto's last three.
Analysis: Bosh's play on the glass should pick up soon. Fantasy owners shouldn't worry about many games in which he's kept off the glass like he was on Tuesday. He is a No. 1 option in all formats.
News: In a recent discussion with reporters, Washington center Brendan Haywood said that Toronto's Chris Bosh is the "the best young big man" in the league. "I think it's safe to say that he's in that conversation," Haywood said. "He can step out and hit the three, he's big and he's agile and he can rebound. I think he's part of that next wave."
Analysis: Bosh had 25 points against Haywood and the Wizards on Tuesday. He is a No. 1 option in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh had 23 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 110-88 rout over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. It was the fifth time in the last six games that Bosh has had a double-double.
Analysis: Bosh scared Fantasy owners just before the start of the regular season when it was reported that plantar fasciitis could linger well into the season, possibly slowing him down. It hasn't happened. He's emerged into one of the top options in Fantasy Basketball.
News: Raptors Chris Bosh had 24 points and 10 rebounds in a loss to the Cavs Wednesday. It was the fourth time in the last five games that Bosh has had a double-double.
Analysis: Bosh scared Fantasy owners just before the start of the regular season when it was reported that plantar fasciitis could linger well into the season, possibly slowing him down. It hasn't happened. He's emerged into one of the top options in Fantasy Basketball.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh heads into the All-Star break averaging 23.3 ppg, 10.7 rpg 2.4 apg and 1.2 bpg. During the month of February, he's averaging 26.4 ppg.
Analysis: Bosh scared Fantasy owners just before the start of the regular season when it was reported that plantar fasciitis could linger well into the season, possibly slowing him down. It hasn't happened. He's emerged into one of the top options in Fantasy Basketball.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh had 25 points and 14 rebounds Tuesday against Chicago.
Analysis: Bosh is a No. 1 Fantasy forward in all scoring formats.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh had 14 points and 11 rebounds in Saturday's game in Detroit, which gave him 100 double-doubles in his career.
Analysis: The all-time Raptors leader is Antonio Davis, with 110. He should surpass that in the next month or so. He's been a complete Fantasy monster and remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh had 29 points and 11 rebounds, Kobe Bryant missed a potential tying 3-pointer in the final seconds and the Toronto Raptors won their season-high fifth straight, 96-92 over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.
Analysis: No matter where he's played this season, he's been a complete Fantasy monster. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh seems to love the home fires. The 22-year-old All-Star averages more than 24 points and 11 rebounds per game at the Air Canada Centre, compared to 20 points and 10 boards on the road.
Analysis: No matter where he's played this season, he's been a complete Fantasy monster. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh scored a career-high 41 points and outplayed Dwight Howard in a matchup of All-Star big men as the Toronto Raptors won their season-high fourth straight with a 113-103 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Bosh, who scored 31 points in the second half, also had eight rebounds for the Atlantic Division-leading Raptors, who have won nine of 11.
Analysis: Bosh, elected to the Eastern Conference All-Star team for the first time, went 13-for-25 from the field and 15-for-17 from the line. His previous career high was 37 points on Dec. 27, 2005, against Detroit. Since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3, Bosh has been nothing short of spectacular. He has scored in double-figures in every game and he ran the streak to 18 games Wednesday. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 27 points and added seven rebounds Sunday vs. the Clippers. He shot 10 for 20 from the field and was seven for eight from the line.
Analysis: Since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3, Bosh has been nothing short of spectacular. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh made his first two field goal attempts against Atlanta on Friday, giving him 17 straight makes over two games. He finished Friday 6-for-11 and was 21-for-30 over his two games.
Analysis: Bosh scored less than 20 points just once in 15 January games. He's one of the best young options in Fantasy Basketball and will be a stud for years to come.
News: Chris Bosh scored 34 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 119-109 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Bosh even made a buzzer-beating 56-foot jumper after stealing an inbounds pass, giving Toronto a 17-point lead after three quarters. He also had eight rebounds and two assists in the game.
Analysis: Bosh made 15 straight field goals after missing his first four shots of the game. The All-Star forward finished 15-for-19 from the field. Bosh scored less than 20 points just once in 15 January games. Heading into February, he remains a must-start Fantasy forward.
News: Chris Bosh scored a season-high 35 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 1:01 left, and the Toronto Raptors rallied for a 90-88 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. Bosh also had seven rebounds and four assists in the game.
Analysis: Bosh appears well on his way to a spot on the Eastern Conference All-Star team and the former Georgia Tech product remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Chris Bosh scored 20 points and Jose Calderon had a season-high 19 points and 11 assists to lead the Raptors to a 105-84 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Monday night.
Analysis: Bosh appears well on his way to a spot on the Eastern Conference All-Star team and the former Georgia Tech product remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Chris Bosh has carried the Toronto Raptors to the top of the Atlantic Division. With the way they're rolling, a winning record might be next. Bosh scored 27 points to lead the Raptors to a 104-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Maybe the Raptors (18-21) are going about their season goals in an odd order, but there was no complaining in the locker room. With a favorable home schedule ahead, and Bosh dominating, their 2-8 start almost seems like it happened in another season. "We're at a point where we feel like we can win every game," said Bosh, who also had six rebounds and one assist in the game.
Analysis: Bosh scored 11 straight points to help the Raptors build a double-digit lead late in the second half, and send the Sixers to their sixth loss in seven games. Bosh has really sparked the Raptors since returning from a knee injury. He entered the game averaging 23.4 points and 10.1 rebounds in January and appears to be on his way to a spot on the All-Star team.
News: Raptors PF Chris Bosh playing at home is the closest thing to a sure double-double as you can get. With 24 points and 15 rebounds on Sunday, he had his 10th double-double in 11 games at home this season, where he's averaging 24.5 points and 13.5 rebounds.
Analysis: Even if Bosh isn't getting double-doubles, he does plenty for Fantasy owners on a nightly basis that he is a must-start Fantasy option. Bosh has only scored under 20 points once since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh brought down 15 rebounds in Sunday's loss to Dallas. He finished with 24 points on 7-for-16 shooting from the floor and was 10-for-12 from the line.
Analysis: Since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3, Bosh has been nothing short of spectacular. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh scored 27 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 95-86 victory over the Boston Celtics on Friday night. He also had eight rebounds and one assist.
Analysis: Since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3, Bosh has been nothing short of spectacular. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh scored 30 points and tied a career-high with six blocks to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 90-77 victory over Milwaukee on Wednesday night, handing the short-handed Bucks their fourth straight loss. He also had seven rebounds in the game.
Analysis: Since returning from a knee injury on Jan. 3, Bosh has been nothing short of spectacular. He remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh had averaged 24 points in three games after returning from missing 12 with a sore right knee and was held to just 12 by the Nets on Tuesday. Averaging 12 rebounds a game, he had just six and didn't get his first until midway through the third quarter.
Analysis: Despite the poor outing, expect Bosh to rebound. Consider him a No. 1 forward.
News: Raptors F/C Chris Bosh scored 24 points while bringing down 15 boards in Sunday's win over Washington. He also added five assists and a block.
Analysis: He shot 9-for-21 from the floor and is showing no signs of a knee injury that sidelined him last week. Consider him one of the top young forwards in basketball and a must-start in any league, regardless of format.
News: Chris Bosh scored 21 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 105-92 victory Friday night over the Atlanta Hawks, who have lost eight straight. He also had five rebounds and two assists.
Analysis: Bosh has now scored 47 points in two games since returning to the Raptors lineup from a foot injury. It appears as though he is back at 100 percent and Fantasy owners should not hesitate to put him back into active Fantasy lineups. He is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Raptors forward Chris Bosh started against the Pheonix Suns on Wednesday night after missing 12 games with an injured left knee. Bosh bruised the knee on Dec. 8 in Chicago. Bosh had 26 points and 14 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh was originally expected back on Wednesday, but the pushed his return date to Friday against the Hawks. So him being active on Wednesday comes at somewhat of a surprise. Keep an eye on his status in the days to come to make sure he doesn't re-aggravate the injury, but it appears safe to get him active in all Fantasy formats. He is a must-start player when healthy. He entered Wednesday's game averaging 20.5 points and 12.2 rebounds.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Chris Bosh (knee) is looking to return Jan. 5 vs. Atlanta instead of Jan. 3 vs. Phoenix.
Analysis: Bosh, who has missed 10 games because of a sore left knee, began light practicing with the team this past Wednesday. He said yesterday that he will be able to begin full practices as early as next Tuesday. He's a Fantasy stud when healthy, but his situation makes him a very risky start for the upcoming scoring period because he may not play at all. If at all possible, keep him reserve and monitor his progress once he finally is able to return.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh sat out the game against Minnesota on Wednesday, the 10th straight he's missed because of a bone bruise on his left knee. And after practicing on Dec. 26, he said it's likely he won't return until Jan. 3, putting him on the sidelines for 12 games. He's never missed more than 12 in any of his first three seasons in the league.
Analysis: He's a Fantasy stud when healthy, but his situation makes him a very risky start for the upcoming scoring period because he may not play at all. If at all possible, keep him reserve and monitor his progress once he finally is able to return.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Chris Bosh (knee) is hopeful he can make his return next Friday Dec. 30 vs. Chicago at home or, more likely, the next day in Memphis.
Analysis: Bosh said Friday that the knee is starting to heal and he should be able to start practicing next week. He's a Fantasy stud when healthy, but his situation makes him a very risky start for the upcoming scoring period because he may not play at all. Reserve him this week and look forward to starting him in the following scoring period.
News: The Raptors said in a release Friday that F Chris Bosh will be out "an indefinite period of time until the swelling and discomfort has completely dissipated (in his knee)."
Analysis: The Raptors don't sound too optimistic about Bosh's return to the lineup anytime soon. Keep him out of all active Fantasy lineups until the Raptors are ready to give a concrete timetable for his return. With Bosh away, Andrea Bargnani has stepped up in a big way. That may be the best stopgap option for Fantasy owners, who may be without their stud forward for the next couple of weeks.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Raptors F Chris Bosh is bracing for a long layoff as he tries to recover from a bone bruise in his left knee. "It's still a little sore, the swelling still there. It's something you have be delicate with," he said. "I don't want come back and slow the team down and play on one leg and probably inj ure the other one. I want to be able to focus on playing basketball and not have to worry about treating an injury."
Analysis: He also doesn't want his knee to turn into a chronic problem. "That's why I want to wait until I'm ready to go," he said. "Yeah, I could come back when there's still a little bit of pain, but that might cause some bigger issues." With Bosh away, Andrea Bargnani has stepped up in a big way. That may be the best stopgap option for Fantasy owners, who may be without their stud forward for the next couple of weeks.
News: Toronto All-Star Chris Bosh missed Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers and will miss two more games because of a bruised left knee. Bosh did not make the trip to Florida, where the Raptors play in Miami on Monday night and in Orlando on Wednesday night.
Analysis: Bosh injured the knee in Friday's game in Chicago and it swelled up on Saturday. Bosh is averaging 20.5 points and 12.2 rebounds, but has been bothered by a variety of injuries this season. The Raptors are hoping that Bosh will be able to play against the Nets on Friday. Bosh is a risky start for the upcoming scoring period (Dec. 11-17), despite the Raptors having four games. He might be worth the risk in leagues that use averages, but owners in cumulative scoring leagues should look to go with a healthier alternative.
News: Chris Bosh played on Wednesday night after having missed two straight practices with a left eye irritation. Bosh was given medication and drops and was finally able to wear his contact lenses for the game after going two days without them.
Analysis: Bosh had 18 points and 11 rebounds Wednesday in Cleveland and has now had 14 double-doubles in his first 18 games this season. He has 91 for his career, as he trains his sights on the all-time Raptor leader, Antonio Davis, who had 110. He has been a Fantasy beast this season.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 18 points with 11 rebounds Wednesday at Dallas, his hometown.
Analysis: Bosh has been a Fantasy beast this season. He's a must-start in all leagues when healthy.
News: Raptors standout Chris Bosh returns home Wednesday to Dallas looking to end Toronto's frustration against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Bosh did fare well against his hometown club last season, averaging 27.5 points and 12.5 rebounds in the two games. Bosh has been a Fantasy beast this season. He's a must-start in all leagues when healthy.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh scored 25 points with 14 rebounds and six assists Wednesday vs. Cleveland.
Analysis: Bosh has been a Fantasy beast this season. He's a must-start in all leagues when healthy.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh has led the Raptors in points and rebounds in every game except one this season. He had 20 points and 10 rebounds against the Lakers on Friday, his sixth straight double-double.
Analysis: Bosh has not appeared to be affected by plantar fasciitis after being diagnosed with the foot problem in the preseason. If the diagnosis allowed him to slip in drafts, it's turned out very well for the Fantasy owners who ended up with him.
News: Chris Bosh had 23 points and matched his career high with 22 rebounds for the Raptors, who set a franchise record with a 41-point second quarter on Tuesday at Golden State. "We gave effort in about 40 out of the 48 minutes," Bosh said. "We had them on the ropes. We missed some shots, but we just have to stay tight on defense. I think we gave them second-chance points down the stretch, and they made us pay in the end."
Analysis: Bosh has not appeared to be affected by plantar fasciitis after being diagnosed with the foot problem in the preseason. If the diagnosis allowed him to slip in drafts, it's turned out very well for the Fantasy owners who ended up with him.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh shot a career-best 82 percent from the free throw line in the 2005-06 season, but is shooting just 67 percent so far this season.
Analysis: Fantasy owners can learn to live with that, although any sort of improvement would be appreciated. He's averaging 21.0 ppg and 12.5 rpg this season.
News: Power forward Chris Bosh missed seven of his first eight shots on Friday night, but still finished with his fourth straight double-double in a 19-point, 17-rebound night.
Analysis: Bosh has not appeared to be affected by plantar fasciitis after being diagnosed with the foot problem in the preseason. If the diagnosis allowed him to slip in drafts, it's turned out very well for the Fantasy owners who ended up with him.
News: Chris Bosh was dominant again, scoring 29 points and collecting 14 rebounds in Toronto's 106-104 win over Philadelphia Wednesday. Bosh made a go-ahead 3 with 6.1 seconds left leading the Raptors to a 106-104 victory over the 76ers. "Words can't describe how he's been playing and the challenge he's been taking," coach Sam Mitchell said after the game. It was Bosh's third straight double-double.
Analysis: Bosh's two three-pointers in Wednesday's game -- he made a routine one in the first half -- were the first two he's made since April 12, 2005. He missed all 13 of his attempts last year and one this season before Wednesday. He is showing that he can do it all despite being diagnosed with plantar fasciits just prior to the start of the season.
News: Chris Bosh did his part with 19 points and 17 rebounds, but the Raptors' defense was lacking in a 104-93 loss to the Spurs Sunday.
Analysis: Bosh scored 26 points to go with 15 rebounds on Friday against Milwaukee. He's one of the top forwards in all formats, so keep him active.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh made 12-of-16 shots on Friday against the Bucks to lead Toronto to a 109-92 victory. Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds -- his first double-double of the season.
Analysis: Bosh is plenty capable of having nights like this on many occassions. Consider him a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors F Chris Bosh (plantar fasciitis) scored 14 points in Wednesday's season-opening loss at New Jersey. He added five rebounds, an assist and a blocked shot.
Analysis: Bosh did not appear to be suffering significantly from the foot problem, but was in foul trouble. He finished 5-of-13 from the floor and wasn't as active as he could be on the glass. Consider him a must-start in all leagues despite a less-than-stellar start.
News: Chris Bosh missed four of the team's preseason games with a touch of plantar fasciitis in his left heel and figures the ailment won't be completely healed at any time in the season. The All-Star power forward is going to have to deal with pain at some level. The rest in the preseason was a precaution, so that he's ready to go in the Nov. 1 opener, but it did set him back. "Next week I have to work really, really hard so I can hit the ground running," he said. "I'm not going to be in shape like my teammates but I'll be close."
Analysis: Bosh actually wants to extend his shooting range to beyond the three-point line this season. Bosh (heel) missed four preseason games, but he should be fine for the regular season. Consider him a must-start for the first week of the season, but you'll want to monitor his situation.
News: Toronto forward Chris Bosh played in the Raptors' final preaseason game Friday after missing four of the last five games with soreness in his left ankle and heal.
Analysis: He missed his first four shots, went scoreless in the first quarter and played only four minutes in the second half, finishing with eight points. He's not entering the season on a high note and the plantar fasciitis he's dealing with is a bit scary. Consider him a must-start for the first week of the season, but you'll want to monitor his situation.
News: According to the Toronto Star, Raptors coach Sam Mitchell said that star forward Chris Bosh (plantar fasciitis) would have been well enough to play last night if the game counted in the regular-season standings. He also said that it's likely Bosh will be battling the injury all season. "Without a good block of rest," said Mitchell, Bosh's sore foot is unlikely to heal.
Analysis: This is certainly depressing news to Fantasy owners that invested highly in him. Don't jump off the ledge, though. He's young and could be able to play through the pain more than veterans who have been troubled by this ailment. If you haven't drafted yet, drop him down a few spots in your rankings. If you drafted him already, start thinking about disaster relief -- just in case.
News: Chris Bosh signed a three-year contract extension with the Raptors on Friday beginning in 2007-08, with a player option for a fourth year. He signed a deal similar to fellow class of 2003 stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, who bypassed five-year deals for three years with an option for a fourth - and the chance to become free agents sooner and potentially make more money. The exact value of Bosh's contract will not be known until the next salary cap is set in July 2007, but based on some cap projections, it could be worth about $63 million over four years.
Analysis: Bosh said all the losing in Toronto has been rough, but he likes the moves new general manager Bryan Colangelo has made since he was hired in February. The Raptors haven't made the playoffs in five years. He will be selected in the first two rounds of Fantasy drafts.
News: Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh will miss the rest of the season with a sprained left thumb. Bosh suffered the injury in a 125-116 overtime loss at Milwaukee on March 26. He has missed the last five games, including Wednesday night's game at Indiana. Bosh's injury was re-evaluated by team doctors and it was recommended that he sit out the remainder of the season to avoid a more serious injury.
Analysis: "We are disappointed that Chris will not be able to return this season, but this is the safest and most practical course of action to allow the time necessary for his injury to heal properly," Raptors president and general manager Bryan Colangelo said. Bosh averaged a team-best 22.5 points and 9.2 rebounds in 70 games this season. This is a tough break for his owners that are contending for Fantasy titles right now. He'll enter next season as a Top 15 player.
News: All-Star forward Chris Bosh is out indefinitely with a sprained left thumb, leaving the Raptors without their top scorer and rebounder. He was hurt in the first quarter of Sunday's loss in Milwaukee, colliding with teammate Pape Sow after chasing down a loose ball. Bosh left for the locker room, then returned to the sideline with his thumb wrapped. His thumb was examined Monday by Toronto hand specialist Dr. Brent Graham. Bosh will be re-evaluated by team physician Dr. Paul Marks in seven to 10 days to determine when he can return.
Analysis: Ouch. Not the right time to lose your top Fantasy producer. It sounds like he may be out for most of the remainder of the regular season. If Charlie Villanueva is available scoop him up immediately.
News: Chris Bosh entered play averaging 22.7 points and 9.4 rebounds on Sunday at Milwaukee. He played just seven minutes before injuring his left thumb while going after a loose ball with teammate Pape Sow. X-rays were negative, and the injury was listed as a mild sprain.
Analysis: Bosh is a top-notch Fantasy stud, plain and simple. Owners expecting him to produce this week better hope for the best. He is a high risk/ high reward start for the upcoming scoring period. We'd go for it.
News: Only four players in the NBA are shooting at least 50 percent from the field and 85 percent from the foul line: Yao Ming, Steve Nash, Chris Bosh and Zydrunas Ilgauskas.
Analysis: He's a Fantasy stud.
News: Chris Bosh scored 28 points on Tuesday at Cleveland. He finished 9-for-15 from the floor and he also added six rebounds.
Analysis: He's a Fantasy stud that can produce on the glass and on the offensive end.
News: Chris Bosh was selected Sunday for a possible spot on the world championship and 2008 Beijing Olympic teams. The new-look USA Basketball team is expected to improve upon a disappointing bronze medal at the 2004 Olympics.
Analysis: Players will attend training camp in Las Vegas in July, then travel to China and South Korea for exhibition games before a 12-man roster is selected for the world championships in Japan. A training camp in 2007 -- and possibly regional Olympic qualifying -- will be followed by a camp and more exhibition games in 2008 before the Beijing Olympics.
News: Chris Bosh, who took only four shots and scored two points in the first half, began to find his range in the third quarter Saturday as Toronto erased what had been a 13-point second-quarter deficit and took the lead. He scored 10 points in a 14-4 run that gave the Raptors a 55-49 lead midway through the quarter, and Toronto maintained a 69-64 lead to begin the final period. Bosh finished with 23 points and 11 rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh is a top-notch Fantasy stud, plain and simple.
News: Chris Bosh all but confirmed he's one of 22 players invited to the U.S. national team's training camp this summer. "I expect to be there," Bosh said.
Analysis: He deserves to be there and is one of the best players in the leagues.
News: Chris Bosh hits 10 of 20 shots on Saturday at Dallas and he went 9-for-9 from the line while scoring 29 points. He also brought down 13 rebounds in 44 minutes, including OT.
Analysis: Bosh also hit 10 shots in his last game at Memphis while scoring 26 points. He's a Fantasy stud that can produce on the glass and on the offensive end.
News: Chris Bosh finished the first half averaging 22.5 ppg, 9.2 rpg and 1.1 bpg. He is currently ranked 15th in the league in scoring (22.5 ppg) and 15th in rebounding (9.2 rpg).
Analysis: Bosh keads the Raptors in double-doubles with 23 at the break. He's a Fantasy stud and he will be for years to come.
News: Chris Bosh had his team-best 23rd double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds in Charlotte.
Analysis: Bosh is a top-notch Fantasy stud, plain and simple.
News: Chris Bosh had 30 points and 14 rebounds for the Raptors on Wednesday in San Antonio.
Analysis: Bosh is a top-notch Fantasy stud, plain and simple.
News: Chris Bosh scored 29 points while bringing down 16 rebounds on Sunday vs. the Los Angeles Clippers.
Analysis: Bosh is a top-notch Fantasy stud, plain and simple. It is probably a good idea to keep him in your active Fantasy lineups.
News: Chris Bosh scored 29 points on 7-of-18 shooting with seven rebounds, one steal and one block on Friday vs. New York.
Analysis: It will be a serious disaster if Bosh doesn't make the All-Star game.
News: Chris Bosh is dreaming of becoming an All-Star for the first time and made a strong case with 33 points and 13 rebounds on Wednesday. Bosh, who appears to be a lock for the All-Star game now that Jermaine O'Neal is hurt, went 14-for-19 from the floor. The third-year forward reached 30 points at home for the first time in his career. "I'm nervous. I just hope they call my name," Bosh said of becoming an All-Star. "I don't talk much about it. I just wait."
Analysis: Bosh continues to post excellent stat lines and he's among the best forwards in the NBA.
News: Chris Bosh scored 21 points on 7-of-16 shooting with nine rebounds vs. Sacramento on Sunday night.
Analysis: Bosh continues to post excellent stat lines and he's among the best forwards in the NBA.
News: Chris Bosh scored 18 points on 7-of-15 shooting with eight rebounds on Sunday at the Lakers.
Analysis: Bosh has been so good that this is now considered an off night for him.
News: Chris Bosh scored 22 points with nine rebounds on Wednesday at Portland.
Analysis: Bosh continues to post excellent stat lines and he's among the best forwards in the NBA.
News: Chris Bosh scored 27 points on 9-of-16 shooting with four rebounds and two blocks on Tuesday in Utah.
Analysis: Bosh has become one of the best young forwards in the NBA this season and he has become an elite Fantasy forward as well.
News: Chris Bosh scored 23 points with six rebounds on Sunday vs. New York. He was 9 for 15 from the floor in 29 minutes of action.
Analysis: Bosh has become one of the best young forwards in the NBA this season and he has become an elite Fantasy forward as well. Continue starting him in all leagues as a No. 1 or 2 forward.
News: Chris Bosh in No. 7 in the league overall, and tied with Dirk Nowitzki for No. 1 among big men, in total free throws made with 235 through 36 games played.
Analysis: He's officially one of the best big guys in the league.
News: Chris Bosh scored 26 points on 12-of-19 shooting with five rebounds on Monday in Chicago.
Analysis: He's officially one of the best big guys in the league.
News: Chris Bosh was 9-for-16 from the field on Sunday vs. New Jersey. He finished with 27 points, seven rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Bosh has become one of the best young forwards in the NBA this season and he has become an elite Fantasy forward as well. Continue starting him in all leagues as a No. 1 or 2 forward.
News: Chris Bosh is No. 15 in the league in scoring, averaging 22.4 ppg through 31 games played.
Analysis: He has taken his game to a new level this season and will be a top Fantasy forward for years to come.
News: Chris Bosh was 7-for-13 from the floor while scoring 22 points on Friday at Indiana. He also brought down 12 rebounds and added four assists and two blocks.
Analysis: Bosh should be starting in all leagues as a top forward.
News: Chris Bosh scored 15 points with six rebounds and two assists on Wednesday vs. Atlanta.
Analysis: Despite the average game, Bosh has emerged as a top-notch option this season.
News: Chris Bosh scored a career-high 37 points on 16-of-26 from the floor and he pulled down 11 rebounds in Tuesday's game at Detroit. He also had five assists and three blocked shots.
Analysis: Bosh has been simply amazing this season, taking his game to another level.
News: Chris Bosh scored 18 points and brought down seven boards on Friday at San Antonio. He also added three assists.
Analysis: Bosh has become a Fantasy star and he's among the best big men in the NBA at this point. He should post excellent numbers all season.
News: Chris Bosh scored 19 points on 6-of-15 shooting with 12 rebounds on Monday in Orlando.
Analysis: He also had one block and one steal. Bosh is a Fantasy stud and should be among the most valuable big men in any format.
News: Chris Bosh scored 27 points and grabbed eight rebounds on Friday vs. Golden State.
Analysis: He also blocked three shots and is one of the premier Fantasy players in the league.
News: Chris Bosh had 27 points on 7-of-18 shooting and hit 13-of-16 from the charity stripe with nine rebounds on Tuesday vs. Washington.
Analysis: He's a No. 1 forward in all formats.
News: Chris Bosh scored 26 points on 7-of-14 shooting with 10 rebounds on Monday vs. Dallas. The Toronto forward also had a nice game from the foul line, going 12-for-15.
Analysis: Bosh is looking like a lock to average 20 and 10 on the season; he's a solid No. 1 Fantasy forward.
News: Chris Bosh scored 23 points and added 10 rebounds in 44 minutes against Philadelphia on Wednesday, starting at center.
Analysis: Bosh has five straight double-doubles, averaging 21.6 ppg and 12.0 rpg during the impressive stretch.
News: Chris Bosh scored 26 points and added 12 rebounds in Monday's game against the Cavaliers. He also chipped in with three assists and two steals.
Analysis: Bosh is primed and ready for a huge season. He has two straight double-doubles and should have at least 40-50 games with 10 or more points and rebounds in 2005-06.
News: Chris Bosh scored 17 points and added 14 rebounds in Wednesday's regular season opener against the Wizards.
Analysis: A lot of Fantasy owners are expecting big things out of Bosh and he certainly got off to a huge start on Wednesday.
News: The Toronto Raptors have exercised their option on Bosh. He is now signed with the team through the 2006-07 season. "We obviously love Chris both on and off the court," general manager Rob Babcock said Monday. "He's been a terrific basketball player for us, he's been a great guy with us in the community."
Analysis: The Raptors had until Oct. 31 to exercise their option on Bosh. He will become a restricted free agent after the 2006-07 season. The 21-year-old player will earn just under $3.4 million this season, and about $4.2 million the following season.
News: Chris Bosh shot 9-for-17 from the floor and 10-for-10 from the line in Tuesday's game against the Knicks. He finished with 29 points and eight rebounds.
Analysis: Bosh is one of the league's most improved players -- he's improved his scoring by almost five points per game from his rookie campaign. Target him in the top-three rounds next season.
News: Chris Bosh scored 32 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in Saturday's game at Atlanta, spurred on by a conversation with college coach Paul Hewitt.
Analysis: The Raptors are 16-5 when Bosh goes for 20 points or more and 12-35 when he fails to hit the mark.
News: Chris Bosh had 24 points, 22 rebounds and two blocks in Friday's game against the Sixers. He shot 9-for-18 from the floor.
Analysis: Bosh continues to make a name for himself this season. He's emerging into one of the elite Fantasy players in the game, and should be targeted in the top three rounds next Draft Day.
News: Chris Bosh (back) returned from a one-game absence and had 11 points and seven rebounds on Sunday against Cleveland. He shot just 1-for-7 from the floor.
Analysis: The lower back bruise could limit Bosh temporarily, but he's still worth keeping in your active lineups. Toronto plays three games in Week 21 and four in Week 22.
News: Chris Bosh (back) was unable to play in Friday's game against the Pistons. He injured his lower back against the Celtics and was forced to sit out his first game of the season.
Analysis: Bosh will be re-evaluated over the weekend -- he's questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
News: The Toronto Sun reports Bosh (lower back) is being listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Pistons. He was injured against the Celtics earlier in the week and was unable to return.
Analysis: Bosh took part in most of the drills with his teammates as they practised Thursday. The Raptors will visit the Pistons at the Palace in Auburn Hills Thursday, and while Bosh still is listed as day-to-day, he expects to play. "It's sore and stiff, but there's no other major damage," Bosh said. "It's like a bruise. There was a lot of pain, but you know, that was temporary. I think it looked worse than what it really is."
News: Chris Bosh scored 20 points, grabbed seven rebounds and swatted four shots in Wednesday's game against the Celtics. He shot 8-for-13 from the field in 33 minutes. He was forced to leave the game with a lower back strain though.
Analysis: Bosh has raised his average almost five points from his rookie campaign. He's a quality No. 2 Fantasy forward and one of the best keeper candidates in the game. He's currently listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.
News: Chris Bosh scored 25 points and added 10 rebounds in Sunday's game against Philadelphia.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged 20.0 PPG and 11.8 RPG over his past five games.
News: Chris Bosh scored a career-high 33 points in Sunday's game at New Orleans to go along with 15 rebounds in 41 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh had a couple of off games to start off the month of March, so Sunday's game gave Fantasy owners a sigh of relief, finishing off Week 18 strong.
News: Chris Bosh scored 12 points to go along with 15 rebounds in Sunday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged 21.8 PPG and 10.4 RPG over his past five games.
News: Chris Bosh scored 16 points and hauled in 12 rebounds in Tuesday's game at New Jersey.
Analysis: Bosh became the third youngest player in NBA history to snare 1,000 career rebounds. Only Minnesota's Kevin Garnett and Houston's Tracy McGrady, then of Toronto, reached the mark quicker.
News: Chris Bosh (knee) was able to play in Friday's contest against the Sixers. He finished with 15 points, six rebounds and five assists.
Analysis: Bosh has taken his game to the next level recently. He averaged 20.5 PPG and 10.4 RPG in the month of January. He's a solid No. 2 Fantasy forward.
News: The Toronto Sun reports Chris Bosh (knee) continued to wear a sleeve on his right knee during Tuesday's game against the Bucks, but downplayed the severity of the injury. "The doctors checked it out and they said it's not that serious," said Bosh. The knee swelled up after a game Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks at the ACC. Bosh also had the sleeve on his knee Tuesday night in Cleveland against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Bosh is not expected to miss any time with the ailment. He's safe to keep in your active lineups. The second-year star is averaging 17.6 PPG and 9.4 RPG in the month of February.
News: Chris Bosh was only 2-of-8 from the floor in Tuesday's game at Cleveland to finish with six points in 22 minutes.
Analysis: Tuesday's game marked the first time in 23 games Bosh finished with less than 11 points. His last single-digit scoring total was Dec. 19 against New Jersey when he posted only three points. Chalk it up as one bad game and keep the impressive Bosh in your active Fantasy lineup.
News: Chris Bosh scored 18 points, grabbed five rebounds and swatted four shots in Friday's matchup against the Bobcats. He shot 4-for-13 from the court and 10-for-14 from the free-throw line.
Analysis: Bosh entered the game averaging 20.2 PPG, 11.2 RPG and 1.6 BPG in a dozen games during January. He's the best offensive player on Toronto at this point.
News: Chris Bosh scored 16 points and eight rebounds in Friday's game at Washington, snapping a nine-game franchise-record streak of double-doubles.
Analysis: Bosh has averaged 19.4 PPG and 11.9 RPG in 10 games during the month of January.
News: Chris Bosh scored 21 points with 17 rebounds in Sunday's game against the Warriors. He shot 8-for-9 from teh floor and added two blocks.
Analysis: Bosh is an excellent up and coming frontcourt player. Use him as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Bosh scored 23 points on 11-of-16 shooting in Wednesday's game against Sacramento to go along with 13 rebounds. He also had a steal and a block.
Analysis: Bosh has scored at least 20 points in consecutive games for the first time in his career. The Raptors are 6-0 when he hits the mark this season.
News: Chris Bosh had 24 points with 14 rebounds and two steals in Wednesday's contest with the Timberwolves. He shot 11-for-21 from the floor in 40 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh is one of the league's best young frontcourt players. He'll continue to develop and could be one of the top players within a couple years. Use him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward at this time.
News: Chris Bosh scored 15 points with 10 rebounds and four assists in Sunday's matchup with the Heat. He shot 7-for-13 from the field in 42 minutes.
Analysis: Bosh remains a quality, up-and-coming Fantasy player. He's worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy forward at this time.
News: Chris Bosh scored 20 points and added seven rebounds in Wednesday's regular season opener against Houston.
Analysis: Bosh will look to improve upon the solid numbers he produced in his rookie campaign. He is a fantastic No. 2 or 3 Fantasy forward in most leagues.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) was able to score 10 points in 34 minutes against New Jersey Friday.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should start Bosh at their own risk.
News: Chris Bosh aggravated his ankle injury in Wednesday's game and was unable to return after only 11 minutes and four points. "It's a nagging injury that won't go away," Bosh said. "It's frustrating. I'm tired of sitting out games. I'm tired of being bored before the game."
Analysis: Bosh is considered day to day, but keep him reserved for Friday's game against New Jersey if you have healthier alternatives.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) posted nine points and seven rebounds in 39 minutes on Tuesday.
Analysis: It appears safe to keep Bosh active on Fantasy teams.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Chris Bosh played 13 scoreless minutes in the first half at Seattle Thursday. He tweaked his ankle injury again and could only play two minutes into the third quarter before coming out for good.
Analysis: Bosh's status for Friday's Rookie Challenge is uncertain.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) returned to the lineup on Tuesday night. He scored six points and added eight rebounds in 28 minutes.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Bosh back into the active lineup in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Chris Bosh (ankle) will return to action at Phoenix Tuesday.
Analysis: Bosh should be safe to activate in all leagues as a No. 1 center or No. 3 forward again.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) missed his third consecutive game on Sunday.
Analysis: Bosh remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues if you have healthier alternatives.
News: Chris Bosh (ankle) was out of the lineup again Friday versus Indiana.
Analysis: Bosh should remain reserved in all leagues. Robert Archibald replaced him in the lineup, but is not worth adding to any rosters.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Chris Bosh (ankle) remains on crutches and, while he is listed as day to day, is probably not going to play against Indiana Friday.
Analysis: Bosh should remain reserved in all leagues.
News: The Toronto Sun reports that Chris Bosh (ankle) remains questionable for Friday's game against Indiana. "It doesn't appear to be anything too serious," said head coach Kevin O'Neill. "He'll play when the pain allows him to."
Analysis: Bosh should be reserved until he is certain to play. A rest could serve his Fantasy owners well.
News: Chris Bosh suffered a sprained left ankle in the third quarter on Tuesday at Philadelphia. X-rays were negative, but he was unable to return.
Analysis: Bosh is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in daily leagues if you have healthier alternatives.
News: Bosh (knee) was back in the lineup at Atlanta Saturday after missing four games. He scored six points and grabbed 10 rebounds in 30 minutes.
Analysis: Remember that Bosh is still a rookie and is only halfway through his first NBA season, yet he has already played more games this season than he did all of last season with Georgia Tech. The mini-vacation from the starting lineup might do him more good than he realizes. Keep him active as a No. 2 center in all leagues and expect him to improve soon.
News: Chris Bosh (knee) missed his third consecutive game on Wednesday at Detroit.
Analysis: Bosh remains day to day. Keep him reserved for Thursday's game in New Orleans.
News: The Detroit Free Press reports Chris Bosh (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game at Detroit.
Analysis: Lonny Baxter will see more minutes if Bosh is unable to play.
News: Bosh (knee) missed his second straight game on Sunday.
Analysis: Bosh remains day to day. Lonny Baxter started the past two games in his absence.
News: Chris Bosh (knee) was out of the lineup Friday against the Clippers.
Analysis: Bosh is still considered day to day while Lonny Baxter starts in his absence.
News: The Toronto Star reports the MRI on Chris Bosh's right knee showed no structural damage. "I felt everything was still attached, so I knew it wasn't bad," Bosh said. "I was able to limp off the court. So once I felt I could put a little bit of pressure on it, I felt it wasn't that bad, that serious."
Analysis: Bosh is listed as day to day. Lonny Baxter will start if Bosh is unable to play Friday against the Clippers.
News: Bosh suffered a strained right knee midway through the third quarter on Wednesday night against Cleveland.
Analysis: Bosh had an MRI after the game, but the results were not immediately known. He is considered day to day.
News: Chris Bosh scored 15 points to go with five rebounds, two blocks and three assists Friday at Boston.
Analysis: Bosh continues to impress with his 13th straight game with double-digit points. He is pulling down over nine rebounds per game in his past seven games.
News: Rookie Chris Bosh scored 22 points to go with a career-high 16 rebounds Sunday against Seattle. "I can't believe he's 19," said teammate Morris Peterson. "Usually, when guys come into the league after one year of college they rush. He takes his time. He lets the game come to him… He reminds me of a young Tim Duncan."
Analysis: Bosh looks like the best big man from the 2003 NBA Draft at this point. While Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James get most of the print, Bosh has quietly put together a nice string of games. He is averaging over 14 points and 10 rebounds in his past six games.
News: Chris Bosh scored only 11 points to go with seven rebounds Friday against Atlanta. He also had four assists, one block and three steals in 42 minutes. He only got to the free-throw line once, making his only shot. He is averaging almost 40 minutes a game in six consecutive starts.
Analysis: Bosh is the only player with any size starting for Toronto, and even at 6-foot-10, he still only weighs 225 pounds. Despite being overmatched sometimes, expect the rookie to have big games followed by mediocre ones throughout the season. Now that the Raptors have a ton of scorers, expect him to concentrate on rebounds and blocks.
News: With the Raptors trade of Antonio Davis and Jerome Williams to Chicago, the Raptors have made it clear that rookie Chris Bosh is ready to make an impact as one of the only rebounders left on the team.
Analysis: Bosh's minutes and numbers will probably make the biggest climb after this trade. He should be activated in all leagues.
News: Chris Bosh scored 16 points on 7 of 15 shooting from the field at Orlando Friday. He also grabbed eight rebounds and three steals.
Analysis: Bosh has scored in double-digits in his last six games, averaging 16 points in that span.
News: Chris Bosh was 7 for 11 from the field to go with 10 for 10 from the line in double-overtime against Houston Sunday. He scored 25 points and grabbed nine rebounds coming off the bench. After his first start Friday, a disappointing effort against Sacramento, he went back to the bench and responded. "It gives me confidence to know that I can have good games after bad games," said Bosh.
Analysis: Bosh is young and inconsistent. Normally, this would be the 19-year old's sophomore season at Georgia Tech right now. A breakout game like this is great news for his Fantasy owners who should be using him as a No. 4 forward. He won't ever get you many assists or steals however, but his rebounding and inside scoring should make up for it.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Raptors coach Kevin O'Neill will not start Bosh despite his solid preseason. "We will not put Chris in a situation that may stunt his growth," O'Neill said. "He's developing confidence as we move forward and he's feeling more comfortable."
Analysis: Bosh is worth a late-round selection in yearly Fantasy leagues.
News: Bosh has signed with the Toronto Raptors. He has huge upside, but Bosh likely won't make an immediate impact from a Fantasy perspective.
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