Chris Bosh remained in Miami when the Heat eliminated the Pacers from the Eastern Conference Semifinals in Game 6, watching the game on television from his home.

With Bosh recovering from a strained abdominal muscle, Bosh hasn't been able to play since Game 1 of the Indiana series.

"It is weird and very, very difficult," Bosh said. "I really realize how disconnected I've been and I have to be. Since I've been hurt, it's OK, well, they're on the road, they're in shootaround, they're practicing. And I have to rehab. It's a hell of a process."

Bosh's value to the Heat has become more widely recognized since his injury.

"Funny how that happens," Bosh says. "I've never heard my name so much since I've been out. It's funny to me, all the guys who were killing me, just to hear everything now that I'm a huge part of the team."